Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
extensa
ID:
202230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R.: 15 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201559

Common Names

  • Extensa Wattle
  • Extensa Acacia
  • Extensa

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Synonyms

  • Acacia graminea Meisn. [valid]
  • Acacia graminea Lehm. [unknown]
  • Acacia pentaedra Regel [valid]
  • Acacia calamistrata Jacq. [valid]
  • Racosperma extensum (Lindl.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia extensa (also called 'Silver Wattle' and 'Golden Wattle', among many other common names) is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has a spreading, open habit with a single trunk and a dense crown of grey-green foliage. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia extensa is used for its timber, as a source of fuel, and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia extensa are small and yellow, and are borne in globular clusters. The seeds are dark brown and flattened, and the seedlings are slender and have a grey-green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia extensa is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best grown in well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Once the seedlings have germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Acacia extensa

Acacia extensa is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern parts of the country.

Acacia extensa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia extensa?

Acacia extensa

What is the common name of Acacia extensa?

Extended Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia extensa?

It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open 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