Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forsythii
ID:
201763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales60: 179 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201092



Common Names

  • Acacia forsythii
  • Forsyth's Wattle
  • Forsyth's Acacia
  • Forsyth's Mimosa


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Synonyms

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

Description

Acacia forsythii (also called Forsyth's Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in open forest and woodland in the eastern parts of Australia, from the coast to the tablelands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia forsythii is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia forsythii is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, cylindrical seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia forsythii is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acacia forsythii

Acacia forsythii is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia forsythii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia forsythii?

Acacia forsythii

What is the common name of Acacia forsythii?

Forsyth's Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia forsythii?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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.