Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matthewii
ID:
203471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tindale & S.J.Davies

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.5: 648 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202800

Common Names

  • Acacia Matthewii
  • Matthewii Wattle
  • Matthewii Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma matthewii (Tindale & S.J.Davies) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia matthewii (also called Matthew's Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It has a light grey bark and phyllodes that are long and narrow. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia matthewii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber for construction. The leaves of this plant are used as fodder for livestock, and the bark is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia matthewii has yellow flowers, which are followed by long, thin seed pods. The seedlings have a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia matthewii is a small, evergreen, shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia matthewii

Acacia matthewii is native to Western Australia.

Acacia matthewii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia matthewii?

Acacia matthewii

What is the common name of Acacia matthewii?

Matthewii Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia matthewii?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

Mary Douglas Tindale (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tindale' in the authors string.
Stuart James Davies (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Davies' in the authors string.