Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedley
Source:
ildis
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya1: 248 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201333
Common Names
- Acacia tindaleae
- Tindale's Wattle
- Tindale's Acacia
Synonyms
- Racosperma tindaleae (Pedley) Pedley [valid]
- Acacia conferta Benth., p.p. [deprecated]
Description
Acacia tindaleae (also called Tindale's Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 8 m in height, with grey-brown bark and grey-green phyllodes. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from rainforest margins to dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia tindaleae is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia tindaleae is a yellow, globular flower with many petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia tindaleae is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.
Where to Find Acacia tindaleae
Acacia tindaleae is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Acacia tindaleae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia tindaleae?
Acacia tindaleae
What is the common name of Acacia tindaleae?
Tindale's wattle
What is the natural habitat of Acacia tindaleae?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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