Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fulva
ID:
201673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tindale

Source:
ildis

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb.4: 19 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201002



Common Names

  • Acacia fulva
  • Red-stemmed Wattle
  • Red-stemmed Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma fulvum (Tindale) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia fulva (also called 'Red Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is covered with short, stiff hairs. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia fulva is used for its wood and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia fulva is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened pod. The seedlings are slender with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia fulva is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Acacia fulva

Acacia fulva is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia fulva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia fulva?

Acacia fulva

What is the common name of Acacia fulva?

Fulvous Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia fulva?

Dry, rocky slopes 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