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Maiden & Blakeley
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Common Names
- Inophyloia Acacia
- Inophyloia Wattle
- Inophyloia
Description
Acacia inophyloia (also called Inophyloia Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows up to 6 m (20 ft) tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in association with oak woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia inophyloia is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used for making furniture, tools, and weapons, and as a source of firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia inophyloia are yellow and globular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-elliptic shape. The seedlings are slender and upright, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia inophyloia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Acacia inophyloia
Acacia inophyloia can be found in the semi-arid regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Acacia inophyloia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia inophyloia?
Acacia inophyloia
What is the common name of Acacia inophyloia?
Inophyloia
Where is Acacia inophyloia native to?
Australia
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