Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hierochoensis
ID:
1427315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya10: 298 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443480

Common Names

  • Acacia hierochoensis
  • Acacia
  • Hierochoensis

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Description

Acacia hierochoensis (also called Hierochloe Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia hierochoensis is an ornamental tree, often used in gardens and landscaping to add texture and color. It is also used medicinally, as the leaves and bark are believed to have healing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia hierochoensis is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia hierochoensis is a shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from the new growth in spring and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia hierochoensis

Acacia hierochoensis can be found in Australia in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia hierochoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia hierochoensis?

Acacia hierochoensis

What is the common name of Acacia hierochoensis?

Hierocho Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia hierochoensis?

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

References

Leslie Pedley (1930-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedley' in the authors string.