Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
araneosa
ID:
201798

Status:
valid

Authors:
Whibley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Contr. Herb. Austral.14: 1 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201127

Common Names

  • Acacia araneosa
  • Spider Wattle
  • Spider Acacia
  • Spider Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma araneosum (Whibley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia araneosa (also called 'Spider Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is covered with short, stiff hairs. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia araneosa 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 araneosa flowers are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia araneosa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acacia araneosa

Acacia araneosa is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia araneosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia araneosa?

Acacia araneosa

What is the common name of Acacia araneosa?

Spidery Acacia

Where is Acacia araneosa 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