Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gloeotricha
ID:
203324

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Chapm. & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 487 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202653



Common Names

  • Gloeotricha Wattle
  • Acacia Gloeotricha
  • Gloeotricha Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma gloeotrichum (A.R.O.Chapm. & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia gloeotricha (also called 'Granite Wattle', 'Granite Acacia' and 'Granite-leaf Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as granite outcrops and koppies.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia gloeotricha is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia gloeotricha has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia gloeotricha is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Acacia gloeotricha

Acacia gloeotricha is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia gloeotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia gloeotricha?

Acacia gloeotricha

What is the common name of Acacia gloeotricha?

Glabrous Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia gloeotricha?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Alex Chapman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Chapm.' in the authors string.