Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quornensis
ID:
201770

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia73: 6 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201099



Common Names

  • Acacia quornensis
  • Quorn Wattle
  • Quorn Acacia
  • Quorn Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma quornense (J.M.Black) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia quornensis (also called Quorn Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in open forest and woodland in the eastern parts of Australia, from the coast to the tablelands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia quornensis is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia quornensis is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, cylindrical seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia quornensis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acacia quornensis

Acacia quornensis is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia quornensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia quornensis?

Acacia quornensis

What is the common name of Acacia quornensis?

Quorn Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia quornensis?

Open woodlands 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