Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin & J.E.Reid
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia22: 214 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334509
Common Names
- Acacia incurvaneura
- Curved-leaved Acacia
- Curved-leaved Wattle
Description
Acacia incurvaneura (also called Curved Acacia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the island of Borneo. It has small, oblong leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia incurvaneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia incurvaneura has small, white, fragrant flowers with yellowish-green sepals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and slender with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia incurvaneura can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or vermiculite. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Acacia incurvaneura
Acacia incurvaneura is native to Australia and can be found in dry woodlands, grasslands, and open forests.
Acacia incurvaneura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia incurvaneura?
Acacia incurvaneura
What is the common name of Acacia incurvaneura?
Curved Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia incurvaneura?
Dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and shrublands
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
Jordan E. Reid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Reid' in the authors string.