Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prainii
ID:
202137

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales51: 238 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201466



Common Names

  • Prain's Wattle
  • Prain's Acacia
  • Acacia Prainii


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Synonyms

  • Acacia prainii linearis Maiden [unknown]
  • Acacia prolifera J.M.Black [valid]
  • Acacia dentifera parvifolia S.Moore [valid]
  • Racosperma prainii (Maiden) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia prainii (also called Prain's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia prainii is used as a ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of firewood and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Acacia prainii has yellow or white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Acacia prainii are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Acacia prainii are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia prainii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of both frost and drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Acacia prainii

Acacia prainii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Acacia prainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia prainii?

Acacia prainii

What is the family of Acacia prainii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia prainii?

Prain's Wattle

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