Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semirigida
ID:
201929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Blakely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland89: 116 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201258



Common Names

  • Acacia semirigida
  • Semi-Rigid Wattle
  • Semi-Rigid Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma semirigidum (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia semirigida (also called Semirigid Wattle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a dense, rounded crown and a grey bark. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia semirigida is used as a source of fuel, timber, and fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Acacia semirigida is yellow and cylindrical in shape. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia semirigida can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods of propagation require plenty of light and warm temperatures for successful growth.

Where to Find Acacia semirigida

Acacia semirigida is native to the dry woodlands of New South Wales, Australia.

Acacia semirigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia semirigida?

Acacia semirigida

What is the common name of Acacia semirigida?

Mountain Hickory

What is the natural habitat of Acacia semirigida?

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

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.