Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivalis
ID:
201796

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black

Source:
ildis

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia42: 173 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201125

Common Names

  • Acacia rivalis
  • Rival Wattle
  • Rival Acacia
  • Rival Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Acacia rivularis J.M.Black [invalid]
  • Racosperma rivale (J.M.Black) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia rivalis (also called Gidgee, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree native to Australia. It is typically found in open woodlands and along watercourses in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It has a dense, spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 8 m. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia rivalis is used for making furniture, fuel, and as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia rivalis flowers are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia rivalis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acacia rivalis

Acacia rivalis is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Acacia rivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia rivalis?

Acacia rivalis

What is the common name of Acacia rivalis?

Rival Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia rivalis?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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