Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calantha
ID:
202319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya1: 261 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201648

Common Names

  • Calantha Acacia
  • Calantha Wattle
  • Calantha Wattle Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma calanthum (Pedley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia calantha (also called Mountain Hickory, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the temperate and tropical regions of the country, growing in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia calantha is used as a source of firewood, as a source of tannins, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia calantha has yellow, globular flower heads that appear in spring and summer. The seed pods are flat and curved, and contain several seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia calantha is a fast-growing shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 3–8 m (10–26 ft). It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Acacia calantha

Acacia calantha is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Acacia calantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia calantha?

Acacia calantha

What is the common name of Acacia calantha?

Calantha Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia calantha?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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