Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fraxinifolius
ID:
212356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Mag. Zool. Bot.2: 547 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211685

Common Names

  • Acrocarpus fraxinifolius
  • Fraxinifolius Acrocarpus
  • Ash-leaved Acrocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Acrocarpus fraxinifolius guangxiensis X.L.Mo & Y.Wei [valid]
  • Acrocarpus combretiflorus Teijsm. & Binn. [valid]
  • Mezoneuron grande Miq. [valid]
  • Acrocarpus grandis (Miq.) Miq. [valid]
  • Mezonevron grande Miq. [unknown]

Description

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius (also called 'Black Wattle', among many other common names) is a large, deciduous tree native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands and is characterized by its tall, upright growth habit and dark, fern-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius has yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings of about 10 cm long and remove the lower leaves. Place the cuttings in a pot with a light, well-drained soil mix and keep moist. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Acrocarpus fraxinifolius

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius can be found in South Africa in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrocarpus fraxinifolius?

Acrocarpus fraxinifolius

What is the common name of Acrocarpus fraxinifolius?

Fraxinifolius Acrocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Acrocarpus fraxinifolius?

Dry open woodlands, grasslands and rocky outcrops in the Western Cape of South Africa

Species in the Acrocarpus genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.