Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
howittii
ID:
193413

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist10: 16 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192742

Common Names

  • Howitt's Wattle
  • Howitt Wattle
  • Howittii Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Acacia howitti F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Racosperma howittii (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia howittii (also called Howitt's Wattle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to southeastern Australia, where it is found in wet and dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands. Its leaves are dark green, linear to narrowly elliptic in shape, and measure up to 8 cm in length.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia howittii 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 howittii 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 howittii 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 howittii

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

Acacia howittii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia howittii?

Acacia howittii

What is the common name of Acacia howittii?

Howitt's Wattle

What is the family of Acacia howittii?

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