Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pruinosa
ID:
201633

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 383 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200962



Common Names

  • Acacia pruinosa
  • Pruinose Acacia
  • Pruinose Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma pruinosum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [unknown]
  • Acacia spectabilis stuartii Benth. [unknown]

Description

Acacia pruinosa (also called Pruinose Acacia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Australia. It has bipinnate leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia pruinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia pruinosa has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough, textured surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia pruinosa is a fast-growing tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Acacia pruinosa

Acacia pruinosa is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia pruinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia pruinosa?

Acacia pruinosa

What is the common name of Acacia pruinosa?

Pruinose Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia pruinosa?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:471225-1: Based on the initial data import