Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semibinervia
ID:
513578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales30: 189 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512910



Common Names

  • Semibinervia Acacia
  • Semibinervia Wattle
  • Semibinervia Acacia


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Description

Acacia semibinervia (also called Prickly Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia semibinervia has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, forage, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia semibinervia has yellow, globular flower heads, which are followed by long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a pair of compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia semibinervia is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Once established, Acacia semibinervia requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Acacia semibinervia

Acacia semibinervia can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Acacia semibinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia semibinervia?

Acacia semibinervia

What is the common name of Acacia semibinervia?

Half-veined Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia semibinervia?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests in Australia

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

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
William Blakely (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakely' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:471429-1: Based on the initial data import