Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incongesta
ID:
203693

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia10: 48 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203022

Common Names

  • Incongesta Acacia
  • Incongesta Wattle
  • Incongesta

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma incongestum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia incongesta (also called Incongruous Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in all mainland states. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forest to open woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia incongesta is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used for making furniture, tools, and weapons, and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower heads of Acacia incongesta are globular, yellow and have a diameter of about 3 mm. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1.5 mm. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia incongesta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they root. Acacia incongesta prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acacia incongesta

Acacia incongesta is found in the dry woodlands of New South Wales and Victoria, Australia.

Acacia incongesta FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Acacia incongesta?

Acacia incongesta is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the growth habit of Acacia incongesta?

Acacia incongesta is an upright shrub or small tree with a spreading habit.

What is the size of Acacia incongesta?

Acacia incongesta can grow up to 5 m in height and 3 m in width.

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.