Status:
valid
Authors:
F.M.Bailey
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Queensland Agric. J.15: 780 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002026
Common Names
- Acacia Purpureapetala
- Purpureapetala Satinash
- Red Satinash
Description
Acacia purpureapetala (also called 'Purple-Petaled Acacia', among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia purpureapetala has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia purpureapetala has purple flowers with a tubular shape and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia purpureapetala can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Acacia purpureapetala
Acacia purpureapetala is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests.
Acacia purpureapetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia purpureapetala?
Acacia purpureapetala
What is the common name of Acacia purpureapetala?
Purple-petalled Acacia
Where is Acacia purpureapetala native to?
Australia
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