Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plectocarpa
ID:
203294

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 375 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202623



Common Names

  • Plectocarpa Acacia
  • Plectocarpa
  • Acacia Plectocarpa


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma plectocarpum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Racosperma plectocarpum plectocarpum [unknown]

Description

Acacia plectocarpa (also called Plectocarpa Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia plectocarpa is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia plectocarpa sub. tanumbirinensis (Maiden) Pedley
Acacia plectocarpa sub. plectocarpa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia plectocarpa has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia plectocarpa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Acacia plectocarpa

Acacia plectocarpa is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia plectocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia plectocarpa?

Acacia plectocarpa

Where is Acacia plectocarpa native to?

Acacia plectocarpa is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Acacia plectocarpa?

Acacia plectocarpa is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.