Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riceana
ID:
202016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hensl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
B.Maund & J.S.Henslow, Botanist3: t. 135 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201345



Common Names

  • Acacia riceana
  • Rice's Wattle
  • Rice's Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Acacia verticillata riceana (Hensl.) L.Neumann [valid]
  • Racosperma riceanum (Hensl.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia axillaris macrophylla F.Muell. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia erythropus Ten. [valid]
  • Acacia setigera Hook. [illegitimate]

Description

Acacia riceana (also called Rice's wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia riceana is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia riceana is a yellow, globular flower with many petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia riceana is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.

Where to Find Acacia riceana

Acacia riceana is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia riceana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia riceana?

Acacia riceana

What is the common name of Acacia riceana?

Rice's wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia riceana?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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