Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetragonophylla
ID:
202144

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 121 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201473



Common Names

  • Tetragonophylla Wattle
  • Tetragonophylla Acacia
  • Acacia Tetragonophylla


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma tetragonophyllum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia genistoides A.Cunn. ex Benth. [valid]

Description

Acacia tetragonophylla (also called Four-Angled Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia tetragonophylla is used for its timber, as a shade tree, and for its edible seeds and pods. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Acacia tetragonophylla has yellow or white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Acacia tetragonophylla are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Acacia tetragonophylla are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia tetragonophylla is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of both frost and drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Acacia tetragonophylla

Acacia tetragonophylla is native to Australia.

Acacia tetragonophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia tetragonophylla?

Acacia tetragonophylla

What is the family of Acacia tetragonophylla?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia tetragonophylla?

Four-angled 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