Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinula
ID:
202385

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 449 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201714



Common Names

  • Acacia echinula
  • Echinula Acacia
  • Echinula Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma echinulum (DC.) Pedley [unknown]

Description

Acacia echinula (also called 'Spiny Acacia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia echinula is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia echinula is a small, yellow, globular head, while its seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong shaped. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia echinula is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained medium. Once established, Acacia echinula is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Acacia echinula

Acacia echinula is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia echinula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia echinula?

Acacia echinula

What is the common name of Acacia echinula?

Hedgehog Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia echinula?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Acacia genus

Acacia constricta, Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia koa, Acacia scleroxyla, Acacia verticillata, Acacia kauaiensis, Acacia brandegeana, Acacia breviracemosa, Acacia retinodes, Acacia neriifolia, Acacia acuminata, Acacia complanata, Acacia excelsa, Acacia georginae, Acacia kettlewelliae, Acacia phlebophylla, Acacia prominens, Acacia binervata, Acacia buxifolia, Acacia brachybotrya, Acacia bivenosa, Acacia calamifolia, Acacia cardiophylla, Acacia chrysotricha, Acacia constablei, Acacia caesiella, Acacia decora, Acacia fasciculifera, Acacia falciformis, Acacia flavescens, Acacia gladiiformis, Acacia gilbertii, Acacia hakeoides, Acacia ixiophylla, Acacia lanigera, Acacia lineata, Acacia luteola, Acacia latifolia, Acacia montana, Acacia megacephala, Acacia mabellae, Acacia mollifolia, Acacia oswaldii, Acacia obtusifolia, Acacia pulchella, Acacia polybotrya, Acacia rhodoxylon, Acacia rubida, Acacia rigens, Acacia stricta,

Species in the Fabaceae family