Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendula
ID:
209311

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 404 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208640

Common Names

  • Acacia pendula
  • Pendula Acacia
  • Weeping Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Acacia armata plana Ser. [valid]
  • Acacia leucophylla Lindl. [valid]
  • Racosperma pendulum (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia pendula (also called Weeping acacia, among many other common names) is a perennial tree species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and grows in open woodlands and savannas. It has long, weeping branches and leaves, and yellow, globular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia pendula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used for timber and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acacia pendula is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia pendula can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acacia pendula

Acacia pendula can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.

Acacia pendula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia pendula?

Acacia pendula

What is the common name of Acacia pendula?

Weeping Acacia

What is the habitat of Acacia pendula?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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

George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.