Status:
valid
Authors:
Maslin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia24: 200 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342003
Common Names
- Acacia lapidosa
- Lapidosa Acacia
- Acacia
Description
Acacia lapidosa (also called Lapidosa Acacia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the island of Australia and typically grows in dry, open areas. It has small, grey-green leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia lapidosa is used as a source of firewood and timber for construction and furniture. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia lapidosa has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia lapidosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Acacia lapidosa
Acacia lapidosa is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Western Australia and South Australia.
Acacia lapidosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia lapidosa?
Acacia lapidosa
What is the common name of Acacia lapidosa?
No common name
Where is Acacia lapidosa found?
It is found in arid regions of Australia
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