Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 377 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173754
Common Names
- Earleaf Acacia
- Northern Black Wattle
- Ear-Pod Wattle
Synonyms
- Acacia auriculaeformis Benth. [unknown]
- Racosperma auriculiforme (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia auriculiformis (also called Earleaf Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in the moist lowland forests of the Indian subcontinent. The tree grows to a height of 10–15 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its bark is grey-brown and its leaves are pinnate with 3–7 leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia auriculiformis is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and sculptures. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia auriculiformis is a yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black bean. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia auriculiformis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Acacia auriculiformis
Acacia auriculiformis is native to Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Acacia auriculiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia auriculiformis?
Acacia auriculiformis
What is the common name of Acacia auriculiformis?
Earleaf acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia auriculiformis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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