Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pelophila
ID:
202856

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia12: 428 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202185

Common Names

  • Acacia pelophila
  • Pelophila Acacia
  • Pelophila Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma pelophilum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia pelophila (also called the 'Pelophilous Wattle', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has an upright, open habit and grows up to 10 m in height. The leaves are bipinnate and the flowers are bright yellow. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia pelophila is used as a source of timber, fuelwood, and fodder. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia pelophila are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia pelophila is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 10 meters. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Acacia pelophila

Acacia pelophila is found in Australia.

Acacia pelophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia pelophila?

Acacia pelophila

What is the common name of Acacia pelophila?

Pelophila Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia pelophila?

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.