Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papyrocarpa
ID:
203028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 338 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202357



Common Names

  • Papery-barked Wattle
  • Papery-barked Acacia
  • Papery-barked Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Acacia sowdenii Maiden [valid]
  • Acacia sowdeni Maiden [deprecated]
  • Racosperma papyrocarpum (Benth.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia papyrocarpa (also called Paperbark 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 papyrocarpa 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 papyrocarpa 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 papyrocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia papyrocarpa

Acacia papyrocarpa can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Great Southern and South West regions.

Acacia papyrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia papyrocarpa?

Acacia papyrocarpa

What is the common name of Acacia papyrocarpa?

Paperbark Wattle

What is the family of Acacia papyrocarpa?

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