Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterochroa
ID:
202282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 93 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201611



Common Names

  • Acacia Heterochroa
  • Heterochroa Wattle
  • Heterochroa Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma heterochroum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia heterochroa (also called 'Heterochroa Wattle' and 'Heterochroa Acacia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has an upright, open habit with a single trunk and a dense crown of grey-green foliage. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia heterochroa is used for its timber, as a source of fuel, and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia heterochroa sub. heterochroa
Acacia heterochroa sub. robertii Maslin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia heterochroa are small and yellow, and are borne in globular clusters. The seeds are dark brown and flattened, and the seedlings are slender and have a grey-green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia heterochroa is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and should be watered regularly during the first year of growth.

Where to Find Acacia heterochroa

Acacia heterochroa is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Acacia heterochroa FAQ

What is the common name of Acacia heterochroa?

Heterochroa wattle

What is the scientific name of Heterochroa wattle?

Acacia heterochroa

What type of plant is Heterochroa wattle?

Evergreen shrub

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