Acacia hemsleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maiden
Source:
ildis
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales51: 87 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202621
Common Names
- Hemsley's Acacia
- Hemsley Acacia
- Acacia Hemsleyi
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- Racosperma hemsleyi (Maiden) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia hemsleyi (also called Hemsley's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia hemsleyi is used for timber, fuelwood, and as a shade tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia hemsleyi has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
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Acacia hemsleyi 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 hemsleyi
Acacia hemsleyi is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia hemsleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia hemsleyi?
Acacia hemsleyi
Where is Acacia hemsleyi native to?
Acacia hemsleyi is native to India and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Acacia hemsleyi?
Acacia hemsleyi is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia hemsleyi Maiden: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.