Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilenta
ID:
203330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tindale & Kodela

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea5: 61 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202659



Common Names

  • Gracilenta Wattle
  • Acacia Gracilenta
  • Gracilenta Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma gracilentum (Tindale & Kodela) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia gracilenta (also called 'Graceful Wattle', 'Graceful Acacia' and 'Graceful-leaf Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. 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 gracilenta is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia gracilenta has yellow, globular flower heads. The seeds are dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two opposite, simple leaves that are about 1 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia gracilenta is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Acacia gracilenta

Acacia gracilenta can be found in Australia, primarily in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia gracilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia gracilenta?

Acacia gracilenta

What is the common name of Acacia gracilenta?

Graceful Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia gracilenta?

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

Mary Douglas Tindale (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tindale' in the authors string.
Phillip Gerhard Kodela (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kodela' in the authors string.