Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Fitzg.
Source:
tro
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales51: 112 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055539
Common Names
- Acacia kimberleyensis
- Kimberley Wattle
- Kimberley Acacia
Description
Acacia kimberleyensis (also called Kimberley wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia kimberleyensis is used for its timber, as an ornamental plant, and to provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia kimberleyensis is a yellow ball-shaped flower. The seed is a flat, dark brown seed. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia kimberleyensis is a small tree that grows up to 6 m in height. It is native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Acacia kimberleyensis
Acacia kimberleyensis can be found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
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