Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poliochroa
ID:
202660

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.35: 293 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201989



Common Names

  • Poliochroa Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma poliochroum (E.Pritz.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia poliochroa (also called Grey-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia poliochroa is used for fuel, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia poliochroa is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia poliochroa is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Acacia poliochroa should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Acacia poliochroa

Acacia poliochroa can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Acacia poliochroa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia poliochroa?

Acacia poliochroa

What is the common name of Acacia poliochroa?

Grey-leaved Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia poliochroa?

Open woodlands and dry, rocky hillsides

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