Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemignosta
ID:
203137

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 134 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202466

Common Names

  • Acacia hemignosta
  • Hemignosta Acacia
  • Hemignosta Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma hemignostum (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia cloncurrensis Domin [valid]

Description

Acacia hemignosta (also called Half-nodding Wattle, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia hemignosta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood of Acacia hemignosta is used for fuel and construction, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia hemignosta is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and curved. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia hemignosta is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow them in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from healthy, mature plants and root them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Acacia hemignosta

Acacia hemignosta is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Acacia hemignosta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia hemignosta?

Acacia hemignosta

What is the family of Acacia hemignosta?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Acacia hemignosta?

Dry sclerophyll forests

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