Acacia minutissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia18: 158 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508250
Common Names
- Minutissima Acacia
- Minutissima Wattle
- Minutissima Wattle Acacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia minutissima (also called Dwarf Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to tropical Africa. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 10 m tall, with a dense, round crown. It is found in open woodland, savanna and grassland, often on sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia minutissima is used as an ornamental plant and for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia minutissima has yellow, globular flowers that are borne in clusters. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia minutissima is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Once established, Acacia minutissima can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Acacia minutissima
Acacia minutissima is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Acacia minutissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia minutissima?
Acacia minutissima
What is the common name of Acacia minutissima?
Cascade Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia minutissima?
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
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77092637-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia minutissima Maslin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.