Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
errabunda
ID:
202762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 345 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202091



Common Names

  • Silver-leaved Wattle
  • Silver Wattle
  • Grey Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma errabundum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia errabunda (also called Wandering Wattle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 10m in height. It has a grey-brown bark that is fissured and scaly, and its leaves are bipinnate. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia errabunda is used as an ornamental plant, forage crop, and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia errabunda is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia errabunda can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia errabunda

Acacia errabunda can be found in Australia.

Acacia errabunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia errabunda?

Acacia errabunda

What is the common name of Acacia errabunda?

Erratic Wattle

What type of soil does Acacia errabunda prefer?

Acacia errabunda prefers well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5

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