Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptocarpa
ID:
203213

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 376 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202542



Common Names

  • Leptocarpa Acacia
  • Leptocarpa Wattle
  • Leptocarpa Wattle Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma leptocarpum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia polystachya Benth., p.p. [deprecated]

Description

Acacia leptocarpa (also called Slender-fruit Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single stem and a rounded crown. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia leptocarpa is used as a source of food for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia leptocarpa has yellow flowers, small seeds and thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia leptocarpa 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 leptocarpa

Acacia leptocarpa is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the eastern states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Acacia leptocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia leptocarpa?

Acacia leptocarpa

What are the common names of Acacia leptocarpa?

Slender-leaved Wattle, Slender-leaved Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia leptocarpa?

Acacia leptocarpa is found in 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.