Acacia purpureopetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Bailey
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ildis
Year:
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201628
Common Names
- Acacia Purpureopetala
- Purple-Petal Wattle
- Purple-Petal Acacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia purpureopetala (also called Purple-petal Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia purpureopetala is used for its ornamental value, as a source of firewood, and as a source of tannins.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia purpureopetala has yellow, globular flower heads that appear in spring and summer. The seed pods are flat and curved, and contain several seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia purpureopetala is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and should be watered regularly during the first year of growth.
Where to Find Acacia purpureopetala
Acacia purpureopetala is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Acacia purpureopetala FAQ
What is the common name of Acacia purpureopetala?
Purple-petal wattle
What is the scientific name of Purple-petal wattle?
Acacia purpureopetala
What type of plant is Purple-petal wattle?
Evergreen shrub
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-48019: Based on the initial data import
Jacob Whitman Bailey (1811-1857): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bailey' in the authors string.