Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ixodes
ID:
202314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya1: 256 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201643



Common Names

  • Ixodes Acacia
  • Ixodes Wattle
  • Ixodes Wattle Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia gnidium latifolia Maiden & Betche [valid]
  • Racosperma ixodes (Pedley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia ixodes (also called Scrub Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia ixodes is used as a source of firewood, as a source of tannins, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia ixodes has yellow, globular flower heads that appear in spring and summer. The seed pods are flat and curved, and contain several seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia ixodes is a fast-growing shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 3–8 m (10–26 ft). It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Acacia ixodes

Acacia ixodes is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Acacia ixodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia ixodes?

Acacia ixodes

What is the common name of Acacia ixodes?

Ixodes Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia ixodes?

Dry sclerophyll 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