Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wetarensis
ID:
206176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb.18: 18 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205505



Common Names

  • Acacia wetarensis
  • Wetar Acacia
  • Wetar Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Racosperma wetarensis (Pedley) Pedley [unknown]
  • Racosperma wetarense (Pedley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia wetarensis (also called Wetar Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Indonesia, where it is found in the province of Wetar. It typically grows in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia wetarensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia wetarensis is a yellow-orange color with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia wetarensis is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Acacia wetarensis

Acacia wetarensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Acacia wetarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia wetarensis?

Acacia wetarensis

What is the family of Acacia wetarensis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia wetarensis?

Wetar Acacia

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