Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin & J.E.Reid
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia22: 221 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425471
Common Names
- Acacia macraneura
- Large-Nerved Acacia
- Macraneura Acacia
Description
Acacia macraneura (also called Long-spined Acacia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, tubular flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia macraneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia macraneura has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia macraneura is a shrub native to Australia. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist until they have established themselves. Once established, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, sunny environment.
Where to Find Acacia macraneura
Acacia macraneura is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands.
Acacia macraneura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia macraneura?
Acacia macraneura
What is the common name of Acacia macraneura?
Large-Leaf Wattle
Where is Acacia macraneura native to?
Australia
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
Jordan E. Reid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Reid' in the authors string.