Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lysiphloia
ID:
203348

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.3: 137 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202677

Common Names

  • Lysiphloia Wattle
  • Acacia Lysiphloia
  • Lysiphloia Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma lysiphloium (F.Muell.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia lysiphloia (also called Silver-leaf Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia lysiphloia is used for its timber, as a source of firewood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia lysiphloia has small, yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia lysiphloia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Acacia lysiphloia

Acacia lysiphloia can be found in Australia, primarily in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia lysiphloia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia lysiphloia?

Acacia lysiphloia

What is the family of Acacia lysiphloia?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia lysiphloia?

Twisted-leaved Wattle

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