Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ampliceps
ID:
202154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maslin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia1: 315 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201483

Common Names

  • Ampliceps Wattle
  • Ampliceps Acacia
  • Acacia Ampliceps

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Synonyms

  • Racosperma ampliceps (Maslin) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia ampliceps (also called Ampliceps Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to eastern Australia and is found in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia ampliceps is used for its timber, as a shade tree, and for its edible seeds and pods. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Acacia ampliceps has yellow or white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Acacia ampliceps are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Acacia ampliceps are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia ampliceps is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of both frost and drought and can be grown in a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Acacia ampliceps

Acacia ampliceps is native to Australia.

Acacia ampliceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia ampliceps?

Acacia ampliceps

What is the common name of Acacia ampliceps?

Broad-headed Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia ampliceps?

It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open 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

References