Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incrassata
ID:
202490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.4: t. 370 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201819



Common Names

  • Thick-barked Wattle
  • Thick-barked Acacia
  • Thick-barked Mulga


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Synonyms

  • Acacia decipiens incrassata (Hook.) Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia vernicosa W.Fitzg. [valid]
  • Racosperma incrassatum (Hook.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia incrassata (also called thick-leaved wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub with yellow flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia incrassata is used in the production of honey, as a source of fuelwood, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Creamy white, globular flower heads. Seed: Brown, flat and oval shaped. Seedlings: Narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia incrassata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Acacia incrassata

Acacia incrassata is native to Australia and can be found in areas such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia incrassata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia incrassata?

Acacia incrassata

What is the common name of Acacia incrassata?

Incrassata Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia incrassata?

It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands

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