Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
203846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.5: 465 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203175



Common Names

  • Nigricans Wattle
  • Nigricans Acacia
  • Nigricans


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa nigricans Labill. [valid]
  • Acacia rutaefolia Link [unknown]
  • Acacia ignorata K.Koch [valid]
  • Acacia obscura auct.non A.DC., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Acacia rutifolia Link [illegitimate]
  • Racosperma nigricans (Labill.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia nigricans (also called Black Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia nigricans is used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia nigricans is a yellow ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia nigricans is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acacia nigricans

Acacia nigricans can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Acacia nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia nigricans?

Acacia nigricans

What is the natural habitat of Acacia nigricans?

Deserts and arid regions

What is the average height of Acacia nigricans?

2-4 m

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.