Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hexaneura
ID:
1271484

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Lang & R.S.Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.13: 115 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270822



Common Names

  • Acacia hexaneura
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver-leaved Wattle


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Description

Acacia hexaneura (also called 'Hexaneur Acacia', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical regions of Australia. It has a spreading habit and small, narrow leaves. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia hexaneura is used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia hexaneura has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia hexaneura is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia hexaneura

Acacia hexaneura is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia hexaneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia hexaneura?

Acacia hexaneura

What is the common name of Acacia hexaneura?

Hexaneuric Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia hexaneura?

It is native to Australia and is found in open forest and woodland areas.

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

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-48625: Originally associated with wfo-0000202268
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-48625: Originally associated with wfo-0000202268
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Peter J. Lang (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Lang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:940650-1: Based on the initial data import