Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hippuroides
ID:
203802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heward ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 344 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203131



Common Names

  • Acacia hippuroides
  • Hippuroides Wattle
  • Hippuroides Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma hippuroides (Heward ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia hippuroides (also called Silver-leaf Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5m in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and globular.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia hippuroides is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and for firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia hippuroides is a yellow ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia hippuroides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Acacia hippuroides

Acacia hippuroides can be found in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Acacia hippuroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia hippuroides?

Acacia hippuroides

What is the common name of Acacia hippuroides?

Horse-tail Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia hippuroides?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Robert Heward (1791-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heward' in the authors string.