Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excentrica
ID:
202657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 4 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201986



Common Names

  • Excentric Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

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

Description

Acacia excentrica (also called Mountain Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, spreading crown. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry, deciduous forests, scrub, and grassland. It grows up to 6 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia excentrica is used for fuel, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia excentrica is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia excentrica is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Acacia excentrica should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Acacia excentrica

Acacia excentrica can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Acacia excentrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia excentrica?

Acacia excentrica

What is the common name of Acacia excentrica?

Umbrella Thorn

What is the natural habitat of Acacia excentrica?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open 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

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.