Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
201648

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 383 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200977



Common Names

  • Acacia spectabilis
  • Showy Acacia
  • Showy Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma spectabile (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia chrysobotrya Meisn. [valid]

Description

Acacia spectabilis (also called Spectacular Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has bipinnate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia spectabilis has yellow flowers with five petals and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods are filled with small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia spectabilis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, the seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. It is best to plant in a sunny location with plenty of air circulation.

Where to Find Acacia spectabilis

Acacia spectabilis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia spectabilis?

Acacia spectabilis

Where does Acacia spectabilis grow?

Acacia spectabilis is native to Australia.

What is the growth rate of Acacia spectabilis?

Acacia spectabilis has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.