Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosei
ID:
167753

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 105 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167082

Common Names

  • Acaciella Rosei
  • Rosei Acaciella
  • Rosei Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Acacia mazatlana M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Acacia rosei Standl. [valid]
  • Acaciella ortegae Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Acaciella rosei (also called Rose's Acacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acaciella rosei is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for soil stabilization, erosion control, and windbreaks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acaciella rosei are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acaciella rosei is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Both seed and cuttings should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acaciella rosei

Acaciella rosei is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Queensland.

Acaciella rosei FAQ

What type of plant is Acaciella rosei?

Acaciella rosei is a species of acacia.

Where does Acaciella rosei grow?

Acaciella rosei is native to Australia.

What is the life cycle of Acaciella rosei?

Acaciella rosei has a perennial life cycle.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:748-2: Based on the initial data import