Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torticarpa
ID:
202833

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Gardner ex R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia7: 217 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202162



Common Names

  • Acacia torticarpa
  • Torticarpa Acacia
  • Twisted-pod Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma torticarpum (C.A.Gardner ex R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia torticarpa (also called Twisted Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia torticarpa is used as a source of timber, fuelwood, and fodder. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia torticarpa are yellow and have a small, yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia torticarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Acacia torticarpa

Acacia torticarpa is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Acacia torticarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia torticarpa?

Acacia torticarpa

What is the common name of Acacia torticarpa?

Torticarpa

What is the family of Acacia torticarpa?

Fabaceae

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

Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:939607-1: Based on the initial data import