Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latescens
ID:
203165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 380 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202494



Common Names

  • Acacia latescens
  • Racosperma latescens
  • Acacia dineura


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma latescens (Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia dineura F.Muell. [valid]
  • Acacia dissoneura F.Muell. [valid]
  • Acacia latescens grandifolia F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Acacia latescens (also called Late Wattle, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. Its leaves are bright green and bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and globular.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia latescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The wood of Acacia latescens is used for fuel and construction, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Acacia latescens 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 latescens is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia latescens

Acacia latescens is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and along roadsides in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.

Acacia latescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia latescens?

Acacia latescens

What is the common name of Acacia latescens?

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What is the family of Acacia latescens?

Fabaceae

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