Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viarum
ID:
513674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Allemão ex Ten.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Hort. Neapol. 1813: 77 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513006

Common Names

  • Acacia viarum
  • Viarum Wattle
  • Viarum Acacia

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Description

Acacia viarum (also called Water wattle, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and on rocky hillsides. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia viarum is used for fuelwood, timber, and fodder. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acacia viarum are yellow, and arranged in cylindrical spikes. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia viarum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, sunny location until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia viarum

Acacia viarum can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Acacia viarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia viarum?

Acacia viarum

What is the common name of Acacia viarum?

Viarum Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia viarum?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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