Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
walkeri
ID:
508932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia18: 184 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508264



Common Names

  • Walkeri Acacia
  • Walkeri Wattle
  • Walkeri Wattle Acacia


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Description

Acacia walkeri (also called Walker's 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 walkeri is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture, fencing, and other items. It is also used for its bark, which is used to make medicines and dyes. The leaves are used to make tea and the flowers are used for their scent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia walkeri 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 walkeri 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 walkeri

Acacia walkeri can be found in Australia.

Acacia walkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia walkeri?

Acacia walkeri

What is the common name of Acacia walkeri?

Walker's Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia walkeri?

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