Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 144 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202647
Common Names
- Stipuligera Wattle
- Acacia Stipuligera
- Stipuligera Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma stipuligerum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
- Acacia stipuligera glabrifolia Maiden & Blakeley [deprecated]
- Racosperma stipuligerum glabrifolium (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]
- Acacia stipuligera glabrifolia (Maiden & Blakely) Pedley [valid]
- Acacia stipuligera glabrifolia Maiden & Blakely [valid]
Description
Acacia stipuligera (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia stipuligera is used for its timber and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia stipuligera has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia stipuligera is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Acacia stipuligera
Acacia stipuligera is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia stipuligera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia stipuligera?
Acacia stipuligera
What is the common name of Acacia stipuligera?
Stipule-bearing Wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia stipuligera?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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