Acacia thieleana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia24: 145 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443491
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia thieleana (also called Thiele's Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Australia. It grows up to 5 meters in height and has long, curved phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry areas, such as woodlands, and is often found in areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia thieleana is used for its timber, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia thieleana has yellow, fluffy flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, spindly stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia thieleana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Acacia thieleana
Acacia thieleana can be found in Australia in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Acacia thieleana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia thieleana?
Acacia thieleana
What is the common name of Acacia thieleana?
Thiele's Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia thieleana?
Open woodlands and grasslands
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
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia thieleana Maslin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.