Acacia shapelleae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia24: 135 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341991
Common Names
- Acacia shapelleae
- Shapelleae Acacia
- Acacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia shapelleae (also called Shapelle's Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia shapelleae is a small, evergreen tree that is native to tropical Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia shapelleae is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia shapelleae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Acacia shapelleae
Acacia shapelleae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Acacia shapelleae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia shapelleae?
Acacia shapelleae
What is the common name of Acacia shapelleae?
No common name
Where is Acacia shapelleae found?
It is found in arid regions of 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
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77146095-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia shapelleae Maslin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.