Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caleyi
ID:
201870

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 347 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201199

Common Names

  • Acacia caleyi
  • Caleyi Acacia
  • Acacia Caleyi

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Synonyms

  • Acacia podalyriifolia caleyi (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Domin [valid]
  • Racosperma caleyi (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia caleyi (also called Caley's Wattle, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 8 m in height, with grey-brown bark and grey-green phyllodes. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from rainforest margins to dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia caleyi is used as a source of fuel, timber, and fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia caleyi has yellow flowers with five petals and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods are filled with small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia caleyi is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Acacia caleyi

Acacia caleyi is native to Australia.

Acacia caleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia caleyi?

Acacia caleyi

What is the common name of Acacia caleyi?

Caley's Wattle

Where is Acacia caleyi native to?

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.