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Common Names
- Porcata Wattle
- Porcata Acacia
- Porcata
Description
Acacia porcata (also called Pigface Wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5m in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are bipinnate, and its flowers are yellow and globular.
Uses & Benefits
Acacia porcata is used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acacia porcata is a yellow ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acacia porcata is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Acacia porcata
Acacia porcata can be found in the Northern Territory, Australia.
Acacia porcata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acacia porcata?
Acacia porcata
What is the natural habitat of Acacia porcata?
Deserts and arid regions
What is the average height of Acacia porcata?
2-4 m
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