Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbraculiformis
ID:
508931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin & Buscumb

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia18: 134 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508263



Common Names

  • Umbraculiformis Acacia
  • Umbraculiformis Wattle
  • Umbraculiformis Wattle Acacia


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Description

Acacia umbraculiformis (also called Umbrella Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to tropical Africa. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 10 m tall, with a dense, round crown. It is found in open woodland, savanna and grassland, often on sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia umbraculiformis is used as an ornamental plant and for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia umbraculiformis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia umbraculiformis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m (50 ft). It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Acacia umbraculiformis

Acacia umbraculiformis can be found in Australia.

Acacia umbraculiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia umbraculiformis?

Acacia umbraculiformis

What is the common name of Acacia umbraculiformis?

Umbrella Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia umbraculiformis?

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

References

Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Carrie Buscumb: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buscumb' in the authors string.