Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
193411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 4: 1053 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192740

Common Names

  • Sickle Wattle
  • Falcata Wattle
  • Sickle Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa obliqua Wendl. [illegitimate]
  • Mimosa falcata (Willd.) Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Racosperma falcatum (Willd.) Pedley [unknown]
  • Acacia obliqua Desv. [valid]
  • Acacia plagiophylla Spreng. [valid]
  • Acacia falcata minor Colla [valid]
  • Racosperma falcatum (Willd.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia falcata Siebold ex Steud. [invalid]

Description

Acacia falcata (also called Sickle-leaved Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia falcata is used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia falcata has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia falcata is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken.

Where to Find Acacia falcata

Acacia falcata is found in the temperate regions of Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria.

Acacia falcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia falcata?

Acacia falcata

What is the common name of Acacia falcata?

Sickle Wattle

What is the family of Acacia falcata?

Fabaceae

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