Acacia taylori - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
Brenan & Exell
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211183
Common Names
- Acacia taylori
- Taylor's Acacia
- Taylor's Wattle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acacia taylori (also called Taylor's Acacia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy and clay soils. It is also found in dry river beds and on mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia taylori is used for its wood, which is used for furniture, firewood, and charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acacia taylori are yellow and fluffy. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acacia taylori is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Acacia taylori
Acacia taylori is native to southern Africa, including Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa.
Acacia taylori FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia taylori?
Acacia taylori
What is the common name of Acacia taylori?
Taylori
Where is Acacia taylori 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-627: Based on the initial data import
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.