Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unguicula
ID:
202967

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan & Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia7: 218 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202296

Common Names

  • Unguicula Wattle
  • Unguicula Acacia
  • Unguicula Acacia Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma unguiculum (R.S.Cowan & Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia unguicula (also called 'Nail Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 2 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia unguicula is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia unguicula has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia unguicula is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It is important to keep the soil moist but not wet. Once established, Acacia unguicula is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Acacia unguicula

Acacia unguicula is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the continent.

Acacia unguicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia unguicula?

Acacia unguicula

What is the common name of Acacia unguicula?

Unguicula

What is the natural habitat of Acacia unguicula?

Woodlands and heaths

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

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Bruce Maslin (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maslin' in the authors string.