Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johannis
ID:
203096

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya5: 311 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202425



Common Names

  • Johannis Acacia
  • John's Wattle
  • John's Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma johannis (Pedley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia johannis (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree or shrub native to Australia. It has a rough, grey bark, and its leaves are bipinnate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia johannis is used as a windbreak, soil stabilizer, and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Acacia johannis is yellow and globular in shape. The seed is brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia johannis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia johannis

Acacia johannis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Acacia johannis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia johannis?

Acacia johannis

What is the common name of Acacia johannis?

Johannis Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia johannis?

Acacia johannis is native to Australia and grows 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

References