Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
euthycarpa
ID:
201778

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Black) J.M.Black

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia69: 310 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201107

Common Names

  • Acacia euthycarpa
  • Euthycarpa Wattle
  • Euthycarpa Acacia
  • Euthycarpa Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Acacia calamifolia euthycarpa J.M.Black [valid]
  • Racosperma euthycarpum (J.M.Black) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia euthycarpa (also called Euthycarpa Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in open forest and woodland in the eastern parts of Australia, from the coast to the tablelands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia euthycarpa is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acacia euthycarpa sub. oblanceolata S.Wright
Acacia euthycarpa sub. euthycarpa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia euthycarpa is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, cylindrical seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia euthycarpa is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acacia euthycarpa

Acacia euthycarpa is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia euthycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia euthycarpa?

Acacia euthycarpa

What is the common name of Acacia euthycarpa?

Euthycarpa Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia euthycarpa?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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