Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
202907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia13: 5 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202236



Common Names

  • Fragile Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Description

Acacia fragilis (also called Fragile Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 5 m. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia fragilis is used as a source of firewood, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia fragilis are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia fragilis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It is important to keep the soil moist but not wet. Once established, Acacia fragilis is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Acacia fragilis

Acacia fragilis can be found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Acacia fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia fragilis?

Acacia fragilis

What is the common name of Acacia fragilis?

Fragile Acacia

What type of soil does Acacia fragilis prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

IPNI record: 470356-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001055550
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13037538: Originally associated with wfo-0001055550
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13037538: Originally associated with wfo-0001055550
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:470356-1: Based on the initial data import