Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lazaridis
ID:
203418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya1: 341 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202747



Common Names

  • Acacia Lazaridis
  • Lazaridis Wattle
  • Lazaridis Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia aulacocarpa brevifolia F.Muell. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia brevifolia (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Racosperma lazaridis (Pedley) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia leptophylla brevifolia F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Acacia lazaridis (also called Lazarides' Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands. Its leaves are grey-green, and its flowers are yellow and appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia lazaridis is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia lazaridis has yellow, globular flower heads. The seeds are dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two opposite, simple leaves that are about 1 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia lazaridis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach a height of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft). It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Acacia lazaridis

Acacia lazaridis is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Acacia lazaridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia lazaridis?

Acacia lazaridis

What is the common name of Acacia lazaridis?

Lazaridis' Wattle

What is the family of Acacia lazaridis?

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

References