Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cracentis
ID:
203678

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 476 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203007

Common Names

  • Cracentis Acacia
  • Cracentis Wattle
  • Cracentis

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Synonyms

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

Description

Acacia cracentis (also called Cracentis Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in all mainland states. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forest to open woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia cracentis is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used for making furniture, tools, and weapons, and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia cracentis is a yellow ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia cracentis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Acacia cracentis

Acacia cracentis is found in the arid and semi-arid regions of Western Australia.

Acacia cracentis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Acacia cracentis?

Acacia cracentis is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the growth habit of Acacia cracentis?

Acacia cracentis is an upright shrub or small tree with a spreading habit.

What is the size of Acacia cracentis?

Acacia cracentis can grow up to 5 m in height and 3 m in width.

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.