Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucocarpa
ID:
201651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland38: 120 (1926 publ. 1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200980



Common Names

  • Acacia glaucocarpa
  • Grey-fruited Acacia
  • Grey-fruited Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia polybotrya foliolosa Benth. [valid]
  • Racosperma glaucocarpum (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia glaucocarpa (also called Glaucous Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has bipinnate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia glaucocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia glaucocarpa 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 glaucocarpa 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 glaucocarpa

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

Acacia glaucocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia glaucocarpa?

Acacia glaucocarpa

Where does Acacia glaucocarpa grow?

Acacia glaucocarpa is native to Australia.

What is the growth rate of Acacia glaucocarpa?

Acacia glaucocarpa has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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.