Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 351 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201926
Common Names
- Acacia Graniticola
- Granite Wattle
- Granite Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma graniticola (Maslin) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia graniticola (also called granite wattle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Australia. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands, and can reach heights of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are small and linear, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia graniticola is used for its timber, which is used in furniture making, as well as for firewood and charcoal. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia graniticola is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia graniticola is a small, spreading shrub that grows in dry areas. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Acacia graniticola
Acacia graniticola is native to Australia and can be found in rocky areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.
Acacia graniticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia graniticola?
Acacia graniticola
What is the common name of Acacia graniticola?
Granitic Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia graniticola?
Acacia graniticola is native to Australia.
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Acacia auriculiformis,
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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,
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