Acacia quadrimarginea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Fragm.10: 31 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202925
Common Names
- Acacia quadrimarginea
- Quadrimarginea Wattle
- Quadrimarginea Acacia
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- Racosperma quadrimargineum (F.Muell.) Pedley [unknown]
Description
Acacia quadrimarginea (also called Four-margined Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of up to 5 m (16 ft). It has a dense, spreading crown and its bark is grey-brown and smooth. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia quadrimarginea is used for its wood, which is used for furniture, firewood, and construction. Its bark has been used for tanning leather, and its gum has been used for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Creamy white, globular heads of numerous small flowers. Seed: Seed pods are dark brown, flat, and woody. Seedlings: Young seedlings have a single pair of compound leaves.
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Acacia quadrimarginea is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not as reliable as other methods.
Where to Find Acacia quadrimarginea
Acacia quadrimarginea can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Acacia quadrimarginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia quadrimarginea?
Acacia quadrimarginea
What is the common name of Acacia quadrimarginea?
Four-winged Acacia
Where is Acacia quadrimarginea 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
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acacia quadrimarginea F.Muell.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.