Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spooneri
ID:
1271885

Status:
valid

Authors:
O'Leary

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.20: 11 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271223



Common Names

  • Spooner's Acacia
  • Spooner's Wattle
  • Spooner's-Leaf Wattle


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Description

Acacia spooneri (also called Spooner's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Australia, where it is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It prefers well-drained soils in sunny positions.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia spooneri 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 spooneri is small, yellow in color, and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia spooneri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light and air circulation.

Where to Find Acacia spooneri

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

Acacia spooneri FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Acacia spooneri?

Acacia spooneri requires full sun and well-drained soil for optimal growth.

What is the average height of Acacia spooneri?

Acacia spooneri typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Acacia spooneri?

Acacia spooneri typically has a lifespan of up to 10 years.

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

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