Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 495 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270826
Common Names
- Acacia hopperiana
- Silver-leaf Wattle
- Silver-leaved Wattle
Description
Acacia hopperiana (also called Hopper's Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Australia. It is a small shrub growing up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall, with silvery-green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and heath.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia hopperiana is used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia hopperiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia hopperiana 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 hopperiana
Acacia hopperiana is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Acacia hopperiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia hopperiana?
Acacia hopperiana
What is the common name of Acacia hopperiana?
Hopper's Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia hopperiana?
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