Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exigua
ID:
1328530

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Turner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn.51: 306 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340984



Common Names

  • Acacia exigua
  • Exiguous Acacia
  • Exiguous Wattle


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Description

Acacia exigua (also called Chinese Acacia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. It grows up to 5m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 10cm. It is found in subtropical and tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia exigua is used as a windbreak and for erosion control, as well as for fuelwood, fodder, and timber. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and its gum is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia exigua has small yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, red, berry-like fruits. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia exigua is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in the spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in moist soil and kept moist until germination occurs, which should take about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Acacia exigua

Acacia exigua is native to Australia.

Acacia exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia exigua?

Acacia exigua

What is the common name of Acacia exigua?

Exigua Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia exigua?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia exigua I.M.Turner: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.