Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuior
ID:
203080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales53: 186 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202409



Common Names

  • Tenuior Acacia
  • Slender Wattle
  • Slender Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma tenuius (Maiden) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia tenuior (also called Slender Wattle, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia tenuior is used as a windbreak, soil stabilizer, and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia tenuior is yellow in colour. The seed is small, round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia tenuior can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia tenuior

Acacia tenuior is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and along roadsides in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.

Acacia tenuior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia tenuior?

Acacia tenuior

What is the family of Acacia tenuior?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Acacia tenuior?

Dry sclerophyll forests

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