Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
202401

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Linnaea26: 610 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201730



Common Names

  • Rupicola Acacia
  • Rupicola Wattle
  • Rupicola Thorn


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma rupicola (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia rupicola (also called 'Rock-dwelling Acacia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia rupicola is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia rupicola is a small, yellow-cream flower with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, pale green plant with thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia rupicola is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Acacia rupicola

Acacia rupicola can be found in Australia, including the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Acacia rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia rupicola?

Acacia rupicola

What is the common name of Acacia rupicola?

Rocky Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia rupicola?

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.