Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
187670

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 407 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186999



Common Names

  • Acacia
  • Silver Wattle
  • Silky Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia mangium holosericea (G.Don) C.T.White [valid]
  • Racosperma holosericeum (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia holosericea glabrata Maiden [valid]
  • Acacia holosericea multispirea Domin [valid]
  • Acacia holosericea typica Domin [invalid]
  • Acacia multispirea Domin [invalid]
  • Racosperma holosericeum glabratum (Maiden) Pedley [unknown]
  • Acacia leucophylla Coville ex Sweet [invalid]

Description

Acacia holosericea (also called Silver Wattle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are divided into two leaflets. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia holosericea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, rheumatism, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia holosericea has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia holosericea is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Acacia holosericea

Acacia holosericea can be found in Central and South America.

Acacia holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia holosericea?

Acacia holosericea

What is the common name of Acacia holosericea?

Silver wattle

What is the family of Acacia holosericea?

Fabaceae

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