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Wallangarra wattle
Scientific Name: Acacia adunca
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Wallangarra Wattle (Acacia adunca)
Common Names
- Wallangarra Wattle
- Cascade Wattle
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acacia adunca A.Cunn. ex G.Don
- Family: Mimosaceae (Fabaceae-Mimosoideae is also mentioned)
- Synonyms:
- Racosperma aduncum (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) Pedley
- Acacia accola Maiden & Betche
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Australia, specifically southern Queensland and New South Wales (tablelands region).
- Often found growing naturally on granite soils.
- Examples mentioned include Girraween National Park and Bolivia Range.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Evergreen dense pendulous shrub or small tree, typically reaching up to 6 meters in height and 3 meters in width.
- Bushy shrub or tree with slender, dark branchlets.
- Drooping narrow leaves, up to 150mm long.
- Known for its highly ornamental appearance, especially when in flower.
- Showy, deep gold flowers.
Additional Information
- Listed as a "Least Concern" wildlife species.
- Frost and drought tolerant.
Quirky Facts
- The common name "Wallangarra Wattle" refers to the town of Wallangarra, located on the border of New South Wales and Queensland.
- In Australia, acacias are generally referred to as "Wattles," while in Africa and America, they are typically called "Acacia."
Resources and Further Information
- WetlandInfo, Department of Environment and Heritage Protection, Queensland.
- Dave's Garden (for tips and ideas).