Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baeuerlenii
ID:
202776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & R.T.Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales, ser. 2, 10: 583 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202105

Common Names

  • Baeuerlen's Wattle
  • Baeuerlen's Acacia
  • Silver Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Acacia baeuerleni Maiden & R.T.Baker [unknown]
  • Racosperma baeuerlenii (Maiden & R.T.Baker) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia baeuerlenii (also called Baeuerlen's wattle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Australia. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands, and can reach heights of up to 8 meters. Its leaves are small and linear, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia baeuerlenii is used as an ornamental plant, forage crop, and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia baeuerlenii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia baeuerlenii 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 healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia baeuerlenii

Acacia baeuerlenii can be found in Australia.

Acacia baeuerlenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia baeuerlenii?

Acacia baeuerlenii

What is the common name of Acacia baeuerlenii?

Baeuerlen's Wattle

What type of soil does Acacia baeuerlenii prefer?

Acacia baeuerlenii prefers well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5

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

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Baker (1854-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Baker' in the authors string.