Status:
valid
Authors:
Maiden
Source:
ildis
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales49: 471 (1915 publ. 1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185316
Common Names
- Acacia mabellae
- Mabel Wattle
- Mabel Acacia
Synonyms
- Acacia penninervis angustifolia Maiden [valid]
- Racosperma mabellae (Maiden) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia mabellae (also called Mabel's Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 metres in height. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia mabellae is used for its timber, as a fuelwood, for fodder, and for its gum. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of tannin.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Creamy yellow spherical flower heads. Seed: Brown, flat, oblong seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings have grey-green, bipinnate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia mabellae is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location until the plants are established.
Where to Find Acacia mabellae
Acacia mabellae is native to New South Wales and Victoria, Australia. It can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Acacia mabellae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia mabellae?
Acacia mabellae
What is the natural habitat of Acacia mabellae?
Acacia mabellae is found in open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests in eastern Australia.
What is the size of Acacia mabellae?
Acacia mabellae can grow up to 10 meters in height.
Species in the Acacia genus
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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