Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanoxylon
ID:
204757

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.5: 462 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204086



Common Names

  • Acacia melanoxylon
  • Blackwood Acacia
  • Blackwood Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma melanoxylon (R.Br.) C.Mart. [unknown]
  • Racosperma melanoxylon (R.Br.) Pedley [valid]
  • Mimosa melanoxylon (R.Br.) Poir. [invalid]
  • Acacia melanoxylum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Acacia arcuata Sieber ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Acacia melanoxylon arcuata Ser. [valid]
  • Acacia melanoxylon obtusifolia Ser. [valid]
  • Mimosa melanoxylum Poir. [unknown]
  • Acacia melanoxylon frutescens Hochr. [unknown]
  • Acacia latifolia Desf. [unknown]

Description

Acacia melanoxylon (also called Blackwood Acacia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10-20 m and has bipinnate leaves with ovate leaflets. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia melanoxylon is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as a fuelwood, and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia melanoxylon is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia melanoxylon is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Acacia melanoxylon

Acacia melanoxylon is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Acacia melanoxylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia melanoxylon?

Acacia melanoxylon

What is the common name of Acacia melanoxylon?

Australian blackwood

What is the natural habitat of Acacia melanoxylon?

Acacia melanoxylon is 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