Acacia pentadenia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg.18: t. 1521 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185365
Common Names
- Acacia pentadenia
- Five-stamen Wattle
- Five-stamen-Wattle
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- Acacia pentadena Lindl. [unknown]
- Racosperma pentadenium (Lindl.) Pedley [unknown]
Description
Acacia pentadenia (also called Pentadenia Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in arid areas, woodlands, and along rocky hillsides. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia pentadenia is used for its timber, as a fuelwood, for fodder, and for its gum. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of tannin.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acacia pentadenia sub. syntoma J.E.Reid, Ward.-Johnson & MaslinAcacia pentadenia sub. pentadenia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia pentadenia are yellow and fragrant, and the seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
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Acacia pentadenia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 12 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining medium. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Acacia pentadenia
Acacia pentadenia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Acacia pentadenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia pentadenia?
Acacia pentadenia
What is the common name of Acacia pentadenia?
Pentadenia Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia pentadenia?
Acacia pentadenia is native to Australia, where it is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
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
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:471115-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia pentadenia Lindl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.