Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proiantha
ID:
203327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya5: 318 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202656

Common Names

  • Proiantha Wattle
  • Acacia Proiantha
  • Proiantha Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma proianthum (Pedley) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia proiantha (also called 'Prostrate Wattle', 'Prostrate Acacia' and 'Prostrate-leaf Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as granite outcrops and koppies.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia proiantha is used for its timber and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia proiantha has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia proiantha is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Acacia proiantha

Acacia proiantha can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-east of the country.

Acacia proiantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia proiantha?

Acacia proiantha

What is the common name of Acacia proiantha?

Prostrate Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia proiantha?

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