Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
186206

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 4: 1054 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185535



Common Names

  • Acacia heterophylla
  • Variable-leaved Wattle
  • Heterophylla Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa heterophylla Lam. [valid]
  • Acacia brevipes A.Cunn. [valid]
  • Acacia xiphoclada Baker [valid]
  • Racosperma xiphocladum (Baker) Pedley [valid]
  • Racosperma heterophyllum (Lam.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia implexa brevipes (A.Cunn.) Domin [valid]
  • Feuilleea heterophylla (Lam.) Kuntze [illegitimate]

Description

Acacia heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Acacia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, with small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia heterophylla is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia heterophylla has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia heterophylla is a shrub or small tree that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or directly outdoors. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acacia heterophylla

Acacia heterophylla can be found in Africa.

Acacia heterophylla FAQ

What type of soil does Acacia heterophylla prefer?

Acacia heterophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sunlight does Acacia heterophylla need?

Acacia heterophylla needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should Acacia heterophylla be watered?

Acacia heterophylla should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.