Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
restiacea
ID:
202216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 323 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201545

Common Names

  • Restiacea Wattle
  • Restiacea Acacia
  • Restiacea

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Synonyms

  • Chithonanthus restiaceus (Benth.) Lehm. [valid]
  • Chithonanthus restioides (Benth.) Lehm. [unknown]
  • Acacia restiacea scoparia Meisn. [valid]
  • Chithonanthus scoparius Lehm. [unknown]
  • Acacia squamata C.Morren [illegitimate]
  • Racosperma restiaceum (Benth.) Pedley [unknown]

Description

Acacia restiacea (also called silver wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters high. It is native to Australia and is found in woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia restiacea is used for its timber, as a shade tree, and for its edible seeds and pods. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia restiacea are small and yellow, and are borne in globular clusters. The seeds are dark brown and flattened, and the seedlings are slender and have a grey-green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia restiacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia restiacea

Acacia restiacea is native to Australia, and can be found in the northern parts of the country.

Acacia restiacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia restiacea?

Acacia restiacea

What is the common name of Acacia restiacea?

Resti's Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia restiacea?

It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open 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