Acacia leptophleba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Flora Australiensis 2 1864
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202754
Common Names
- Acacia Leptophleba
- Leptophleba Wattle
- Leptophleba Acacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia leptophleba (also called Narrow-leaved 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 leptophleba is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia leptophleba 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia leptophleba 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 leptophleba
Acacia leptophleba is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Acacia leptophleba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia leptophleba?
Acacia leptophleba
What are the common names of Acacia leptophleba?
Leptophleba Wattle, Leptophleba Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia leptophleba?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-49083: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.