Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestita
ID:
212040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg.32: t. 698 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211369

Common Names

  • Vestita Acacia
  • Silver-leaf Wattle
  • Acacia Vestita

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Synonyms

  • Acacia conspicua anon. [unknown]
  • Racosperma vestitum (Ker Gawl.) Pedley [valid]
  • Acacia undulifolia pubescens Maiden & R.T.Baker [valid]
  • Mimosa conspicua Reider [valid]
  • Acacia conspicua A.Cunn. [unknown]

Description

Acacia vestita (also called Silver Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It is native to the Western Cape region of South Africa and is found in the fynbos and renosterveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia vestita is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia vestita has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia vestita is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia vestita

Acacia vestita can be found in the deserts of South Africa.

Acacia vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia vestita?

Acacia vestita

What is the common name of Acacia vestita?

Vestite Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Acacia vestita?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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