Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balsamea
ID:
202995

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 417 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202324

Common Names

  • Balsamea Wattle
  • Balsamea Acacia
  • Balsamea Acacia Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma balsameum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia balsamea (also called 'Balsam Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 2 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia balsamea is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia balsamea is a small, yellow flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia balsamea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Acacia balsamea

Acacia balsamea can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Great Southern and South West regions.

Acacia balsamea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia balsamea?

Acacia balsamea

What is the common name of Acacia balsamea?

Balsam Wattle

What is the native range of Acacia balsamea?

Eastern 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

References

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.