Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
midgleyi
ID:
1271623

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.W.McDonald & Maslin

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.13: 61 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270961

Common Names

  • Midgleyi Acacia
  • Acacia Midgleyi
  • Midgleyi

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Description

Acacia midgleyi (also called Midgley Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia midgleyi is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow flowers in globular heads. Seed: Small, brown seeds with a hard seed coat. Seedlings: Germinate quickly and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia midgleyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Acacia midgleyi

Acacia midgleyi is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Acacia midgleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia midgleyi?

Acacia midgleyi

What type of soil does Acacia midgleyi prefer?

Acacia midgleyi prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the growth rate of Acacia midgleyi?

Acacia midgleyi has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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

Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.
Maurice W. McDonald: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.McDonald' in the authors string.