Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armitii
ID:
203305

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Maiden

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales51: 84 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202634

Common Names

  • Armit's Acacia
  • Armit Acacia
  • Acacia Armitii

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma armitii (F.Muell. ex Maiden) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia armitii (also called Armit's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia armitii is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia armitii has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia armitii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Acacia armitii

Acacia armitii is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Acacia armitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia armitii?

Acacia armitii

Where is Acacia armitii native to?

Acacia armitii is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Acacia armitii?

Acacia armitii is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.