Status:
valid
Authors:
Mouill.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Dictionnaire d'Horticulture 1 1899
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203297
Common Names
- Acacia exsudans
- Exsudans Wattle
- Exsudans Acacia
Description
Acacia exsudans (also called Exsudans wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 8 m tall and has a dense, rounded canopy. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia exsudans is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia exsudans has yellow, fluffy flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia exsudans is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited to tropical and subtropical climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate short periods of flooding. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Acacia exsudans
Acacia exsudans is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Acacia exsudans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia exsudans?
Acacia exsudans
What is the family of Acacia exsudans?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Acacia exsudans?
Exsudans Wattle
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