Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prominens
ID:
185960

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 406 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185289

Common Names

  • Acacia Prominens
  • Mountain Myrtle
  • Mountain Myrtle Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Acacia linifolia prominens (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) C.Moore & Betche [valid]
  • Acacia prominens latifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia praetervisa Domin [valid]
  • Acacia cephalobotrya F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Acacia prominens typica Domin [invalid]
  • Racosperma prominens (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia prominens (also called 'Prominent Acacia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia prominens is used as a source of timber for construction and furniture-making, as well as for firewood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia prominens has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia prominens is native to Australia and is easily grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring. It is a long-lived perennial, so it should be pruned regularly to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Acacia prominens

Acacia prominens is native to Australia, and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Acacia prominens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia prominens?

Acacia prominens

What is the natural habitat of Acacia prominens?

Acacia prominens is found in open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests in eastern Australia.

What is the size of Acacia prominens?

Acacia prominens can grow up to 10 meters in height.

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.