Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dielsii
ID:
202957

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.35: 303 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202286

Common Names

  • Diels' Wattle
  • Diels Wattle
  • Diels Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Acacia ewartiana W.Fitzg. [valid]
  • Acacia ewartiana Jean White [unknown]
  • Racosperma dielsii (E.Pritz.) Pedley [valid]

Description

Acacia dielsii (also called 'Silver Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 2 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acacia dielsii is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acacia dielsii has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acacia dielsii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It is important to keep the soil moist but not wet. Once established, Acacia dielsii is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Acacia dielsii

Acacia dielsii can be found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Acacia dielsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acacia dielsii?

Acacia dielsii

What is the common name of Acacia dielsii?

Diels' Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Acacia dielsii?

Woodlands and heaths

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