Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amentifera
ID:
203381

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 141 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202710

Common Names

  • Acacia amentifera
  • Amentifera Wattle
  • Amentifera Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma amentiferum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia amentifera (also called Amentifera Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia amentifera is used for its timber, as a source of firewood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia amentifera has small, yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia amentifera is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia amentifera

Acacia amentifera is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Acacia amentifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia amentifera?

Acacia amentifera

What is the common name of Acacia amentifera?

Catkin Wattle

What is the family of Acacia amentifera?

Fabaceae

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