Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetraptera
ID:
202678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 405 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202007



Common Names

  • Tetraptera Wattle
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Silver Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma tetrapterum (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia tetraptera (also called Four-winged Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia tetraptera is used as a source of firewood, fodder, and timber. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of fuel and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia tetraptera is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedling is a small, upright, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia tetraptera is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach up to 60 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Acacia tetraptera

Acacia tetraptera can be found in Australia, in the state of Western Australia.

Acacia tetraptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia tetraptera?

Acacia tetraptera

What is the common name of Acacia tetraptera?

Four-winged Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia tetraptera?

Open woodlands and dry, rocky hillsides

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

References