Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbosa
ID:
203644

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 28 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202973



Common Names

  • Acacia gibbosa
  • Gibbosa Wattle
  • Gibbosa Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma gibbosum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia gibbosa (also called Gibbous Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Western Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia gibbosa is used as a food source for livestock and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia gibbosa are yellow and globular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender and upright, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia gibbosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they root. Acacia gibbosa prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia gibbosa

Acacia gibbosa can be found in the semi-arid regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Acacia gibbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia gibbosa?

Acacia gibbosa

What is the common name of Acacia gibbosa?

Gibbosa

Where is Acacia gibbosa native to?

Australia

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.