Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltdl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Linnaea20: 664 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181109
Common Names
- Acacia Retinodes
- Wirilda
- Sally Wattle
Synonyms
- Acacia retinoides Schltr. [unknown]
- Acacia retinoide Schltr. [unknown]
- Acacia rhetinoides Schltr. [unknown]
- Acacia rostellifera sensu auct. [deprecated]
- Racosperma retinodes (Schltdl.) Pedley [valid]
Description
Acacia retinodes (also called Evergreen Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist habitats, such as near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia retinodes is used as an ornamental plant, as it has a beautiful yellow flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acacia retinodes has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia retinodes can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.
Where to Find Acacia retinodes
Acacia retinodes is native to Australia and can be found in the arid regions of the country.
Acacia retinodes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia retinodes?
Acacia retinodes
What is the common name of Acacia retinodes?
Retinodes Acacia
What is the natural habitat of Acacia retinodes?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests in Central America
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