Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinguifolia
ID:
202804

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black

Source:
ildis

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia71: 20 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202133



Common Names

  • Pinguifolia Wattle
  • Pinguifolia Acacia
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma pinguifolium (J.M.Black) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia pinguifolia (also called Fat-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 5 m. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia pinguifolia is used as an ornamental plant, forage crop, and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia pinguifolia 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 pinguifolia is a small, spreading shrub that grows in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood material and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained cutting mix.

Where to Find Acacia pinguifolia

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

Acacia pinguifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia pinguifolia?

Acacia pinguifolia

What is the common name of Acacia pinguifolia?

Fleshy-leaved wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia pinguifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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