Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
genistifolia
ID:
202348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Link

Source:
ildis

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Enum. Hort. Berol. Alt.2: 442 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201677



Common Names

  • Genistifolia Acacia
  • Genistifolia Wattle
  • Genistifolia Wattle Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia prostrata G.Lodd. [valid]
  • Phyllodoce genistifolia (Link) Link [valid]
  • Phyllodoce genistaefolia (Link) Link [unknown]
  • Acacia diffusa Ker Gawl. [valid]
  • Acacia daviesioides A.Cunn. ex G.Don [invalid]
  • Acacia cuspidata A.Cunn. ex Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Acacia diffusa cuspidata Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia cuspidata longifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia trinervata brevifolia Benth., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Racosperma genistifolium (Link) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia genistifolia (also called Genista Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the temperate and tropical regions of the country, growing in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia genistifolia has been used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia genistifolia sub. genistifolia
Acacia genistifolia sub. platyphylla A.T.Webb
Acacia genistifolia sub. attenuata A.T.Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia genistifolia is a small, yellow, globular head, while its seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong shaped. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia genistifolia 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 or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained medium. Once established, Acacia genistifolia is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Acacia genistifolia

Acacia genistifolia is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia genistifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia genistifolia?

Acacia genistifolia

What is the common name of Acacia genistifolia?

Genistifolia wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia genistifolia?

Woodlands and shrublands

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