Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tysonii
ID:
202164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luehm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist13: 112 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201493



Common Names

  • Tyson's Wattle
  • Tyson Acacia
  • Tyson's Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma tysonii (Luehm.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia tysonii (also called Tyson's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia tysonii 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 tysonii

Acacia tysonii is native to Australia.

Acacia tysonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia tysonii?

Acacia tysonii

What is the natural habitat of Acacia tysonii?

Acacia tysonii is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What are the uses of Acacia tysonii?

Acacia tysonii is used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, timber, and tannins for tanning leather.

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