Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
202668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 379 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201997



Common Names

  • Pachyphylla Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Acacia gonophylla crassifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Racosperma pachyphyllum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia pachyphylla (also called Thick-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia pachyphylla is used as a source of firewood, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of fuel and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia pachyphylla is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia pachyphylla is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Acacia pachyphylla

Acacia pachyphylla can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Acacia pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia pachyphylla?

Acacia pachyphylla

What is the common name of Acacia pachyphylla?

Thick-leaved Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia pachyphylla?

Open woodlands and dry, rocky hillsides

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