Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simmonsiana
ID:
1271867

Status:
valid

Authors:
O'Leary & Maslin

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.20: 5 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271205





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Description

Acacia simmonsiana (also called Simmons Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has a dense, spreading crown and can grow up to 8 meters tall. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia simmonsiana is used as a food source for animals. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia simmonsiana is small and yellow, with dark purple anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia simmonsiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Acacia simmonsiana

Acacia simmonsiana is native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Acacia simmonsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia simmonsiana?

Acacia simmonsiana

What is the family of Acacia simmonsiana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia simmonsiana?

Simmons' Wattle

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.
Martin C. O'Leary: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Leary' in the authors string.