Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alleniana
ID:
202073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
A.J.Ewart & O.B.Davies, Fl. N. Territory: 330 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201402

Common Names

  • Acacia alleniana
  • Allen's Acacia
  • Allen's Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma allenianum (Maiden) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia alleniana (also called Allen's 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 8 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 alleniana is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia alleniana are small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia alleniana is a hardy, drought-tolerant tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is tolerant of light frosts and can be grown in a range of climates.

Where to Find Acacia alleniana

Acacia alleniana is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Acacia alleniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia alleniana?

Acacia alleniana

What is the family of Acacia alleniana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia alleniana?

Allen's Wattle

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