Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minutifolia
ID:
203386

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fragm.8: 243 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202715



Common Names

  • Acacia minutifolia
  • Minutifolia Wattle
  • Minutifolia Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma minutifolium (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia minutifolia (also called 'Small-leaf Wattle', 'Small-leaf Acacia' and 'Small-leaf-wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as granite outcrops and koppies.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia minutifolia is used for its timber, as a source of firewood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia minutifolia 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 minutifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia minutifolia

Acacia minutifolia can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia minutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia minutifolia?

Acacia minutifolia

What is the common name of Acacia minutifolia?

Small-leaved Wattle

What is the family of Acacia minutifolia?

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