Status:
valid
Authors:
Tindale & Bedward
Source:
ildis
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.9: 864 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202644
Common Names
- Rigescens Wattle
- Acacia Rigescens
- Rigescens Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma rigescens (Tindale & Bedward) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia rigescens (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia rigescens is used for its timber and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia rigescens has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia rigescens is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Acacia rigescens
Acacia rigescens is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia rigescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia rigescens?
Acacia rigescens
What is the common name of Acacia rigescens?
Rigid Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia rigescens?
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
References
Michael Bedward: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedward' in the authors string.