Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
enervia
ID:
202965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 8 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202294



Common Names

  • Enervia Wattle
  • Enervia Acacia
  • Enervia Acacia Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma enervium (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia enervia (also called 'Enervia Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 2 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia enervia is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia enervia sub. explicata R.S.Cowan & Maslin
Acacia enervia sub. enervia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia enervia has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia enervia 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 by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It is important to keep the soil moist but not wet. Once established, Acacia enervia is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Acacia enervia

Acacia enervia can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia enervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia enervia?

Acacia enervia

What is the common name of Acacia enervia?

Enervia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia enervia?

Woodlands and heaths

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

References

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.