Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsonii
ID:
201856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Court

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Muelleria2: 163 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201185



Common Names

  • Acacia williamsonii
  • Williamsonii Acacia
  • Acacia Williamsonii


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Synonyms

  • Acacia ligulata angustifolia H.B.Will. [valid]
  • Acacia hakeoides angustifolia J.H.Willis [valid]
  • Racosperma williamsonii (Court) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia williamsonii (also called Black Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 10 m in height, with grey-brown bark and grey-green phyllodes. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from rainforest margins to dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia williamsonii is used for making furniture, fuel, and as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia williamsonii has yellow flowers with five petals and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods are filled with small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia williamsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Germination usually occurs within a few weeks.

Where to Find Acacia williamsonii

Acacia williamsonii is native to Australia.

Acacia williamsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia williamsonii?

Acacia williamsonii

What is the common name of Acacia williamsonii?

Williamson's Wattle

Where is Acacia williamsonii native to?

Australia

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