Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
patagiata
ID:
202832

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia7: 216 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202161



Common Names

  • Acacia patagiata
  • Patagiata Acacia
  • Rough-leaved Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma patagiatum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia patagiata (also called Patagiata Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia patagiata is used as a source of timber, fuelwood, and fodder. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia patagiata are yellow and have a small, yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia patagiata is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in autumn or early spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Acacia patagiata

Acacia patagiata is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Acacia patagiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia patagiata?

Acacia patagiata

What is the common name of Acacia patagiata?

Patagiata

What is the family of Acacia patagiata?

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.