Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. ed. 16, 3: 137 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512600
Common Names
- Flaccid Acacia
- Flaccid Wattle
- Flaccid Acacia Wattle
Description
Acacia flaccida (also called Ovens wattle, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia flaccida has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, forage, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia flaccida is small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia flaccida is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15m. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.
Where to Find Acacia flaccida
Acacia flaccida can be found in Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Acacia flaccida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia flaccida?
Acacia flaccida
What is the common name of Acacia flaccida?
Ovens Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia flaccida?
Dry sclerophyll forests and 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