Acacia insolita - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Pritz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.35: 310 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201554
Common Names
- Insolita Wattle
- Insolita Acacia
- Insolita
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- Racosperma insolitum (E.Pritz.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia insolita (also called Insolite Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of 2-3 metres and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, from open woodlands to coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia insolita is used for its timber, as a source of fuel, and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acacia insolita sub. insolitaAcacia insolita sub. recurva Maslin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia insolita are small and yellow, and are borne in globular clusters. The seeds are dark brown and flattened, and the seedlings are slender and have a grey-green colour.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia insolita can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Acacia insolita
Acacia insolita is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern parts of the country.
Acacia insolita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia insolita?
Acacia insolita
What is the common name of Acacia insolita?
Unusual Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia insolita?
It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open 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
Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia insolita E.Pritz.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.