Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
omalophylla
ID:
203036

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 365 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202365



Common Names

  • Omalophyllous Wattle
  • Omalophyllous Acacia
  • Omalophyllous Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Acacia homalophylla Benth. [unknown]
  • Racosperma omalophyllum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia homalophylla A.Cunn. ex Benth. [invalid]

Description

Acacia omalophylla (also called Omal Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in a variety of habitats, from open woodlands to coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia omalophylla is used for fuelwood, charcoal, and fodder. It is also used for timber and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia omalophylla is a small, yellow flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia omalophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Acacia omalophylla prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia omalophylla

Acacia omalophylla is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the continent.

Acacia omalophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia omalophylla?

Acacia omalophylla

What is the common name of Acacia omalophylla?

Graceful Wattle

What is the family of Acacia omalophylla?

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.