Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spirorbis
ID:
186209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Sert. Austro-Caledon.: 69 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185538



Common Names

  • Acacia spirorbis
  • Spirorbis Wattle
  • Spirorbis Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma spirorbe (Labill.) Pedley [valid]
  • Racosperma spirorbis (Labill.) Pedley [unknown]

Description

Acacia spirorbis (also called Spiral Acacia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, with small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia spirorbis is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia spirorbis sub. solandri (Benth.) Pedley
Acacia spirorbis sub. spirorbis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia spirorbis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia spirorbis is a shrub or small tree that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or directly outdoors. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acacia spirorbis

Acacia spirorbis can be found in Africa.

Acacia spirorbis FAQ

What type of soil does Acacia spirorbis prefer?

Acacia spirorbis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sunlight does Acacia spirorbis need?

Acacia spirorbis needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should Acacia spirorbis be watered?

Acacia spirorbis should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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