Status:
valid
Authors:
Maiden & Blakely
Source:
ildis
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 27 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202620
Common Names
- Eriopoda Acacia
- Eriopoda
- Acacia Eriopoda
Description
Acacia eriopoda (also called Woolly Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia eriopoda is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a shade tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia eriopoda has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia eriopoda is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Acacia eriopoda
Acacia eriopoda is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia eriopoda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia eriopoda?
Acacia eriopoda
Where is Acacia eriopoda native to?
Acacia eriopoda is native to India and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Acacia eriopoda?
Acacia eriopoda is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.
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