Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arida
ID:
203369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.1: 370 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202698

Common Names

  • Acacia arida
  • Arida Wattle
  • Arida Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Acacia trachycarpa E.Pritz., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Acacia subrotata Domin [valid]
  • Racosperma aridum (Benth.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia arida (also called Arid Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It has grey-green phyllodes and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia arida is used for its timber, as a source of firewood, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia arida has small yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia arida is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acacia arida

Acacia arida can be found in Australia, primarily in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Acacia arida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia arida?

Acacia arida

What is the family of Acacia arida?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Acacia arida?

Dryland Wattle

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