Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Fragm.11: 66 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202453
Common Names
- Oraria Acacia
- Oraria Wattle
- Oraria Thorn
Synonyms
- Racosperma orarium (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
- Acacia oraria amblyphylla Domin [unknown]
- Acacia oraria typica Domin [invalid]
Description
Acacia oraria (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree or shrub native to Australia. It has a rough, grey bark, and its leaves are bipinnate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is drought and frost tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia oraria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood of Acacia oraria is used for fuel and construction, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia oraria is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and curved. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia oraria is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow them in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from healthy, mature plants and root them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Acacia oraria
Acacia oraria is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Acacia oraria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia oraria?
Acacia oraria
What is the family of Acacia oraria?
Fabaceae
What is the habitat of Acacia oraria?
Dry sclerophyll forests
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