Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tayloriana
ID:
203934

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
S. Sci. Rec. (July 1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203263



Common Names

  • Acacia tayloriana
  • Taylor's Wattle
  • Tayloriana Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma taylorianum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia tayloriana (also called 'Taylor's Wattle', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. Its leaves are bipinnate, with 1-3 pairs of pinnae, each with 6-14 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are yellow and appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia tayloriana is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia tayloriana has yellow, fluffy flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia tayloriana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited to tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate short periods of flooding. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acacia tayloriana

Acacia tayloriana is native to Australia.

Acacia tayloriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia tayloriana?

Acacia tayloriana

What is the family of Acacia tayloriana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia tayloriana?

Taylor's 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