Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amblygona
ID:
202408

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 332 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201737

Common Names

  • Amblygona Acacia
  • Amblygona Wattle
  • Amblygona Thorn

Searching for Acacia amblygona? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Racosperma amblygonum (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia nernstii F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Acacia amblygona (also called 'Blunt-leaved Acacia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia amblygona is used as a source of fuelwood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used in the production of paper pulp and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia amblygona is a small, yellow-cream flower with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, pale green plant with thin, delicate leaves.

Searching for Acacia amblygona? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia amblygona is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Acacia amblygona

Acacia amblygona can be found in Australia, including the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Acacia amblygona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia amblygona?

Acacia amblygona

What is the common name of Acacia amblygona?

Amblygona Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia amblygona?

It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.