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winged wattle
Scientific Name: Acacia alata
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Acacia alata: Winged Wattle
Acacia alata, commonly known as Winged Wattle, is a striking shrub with unique characteristics. This plant is native to Australia and is appreciated for its ornamental value.
Considerations for Pets
- Some varieties of Acacia alata have spinose stipules (small spines at the base of the leaf stalk), which could pose a minor hazard.
Considerations for Children
- Some varieties of Acacia alata have spinose stipules (small spines at the base of the leaf stalk), which could pose a minor hazard.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acacia alata R.Br.
- Common Name: Winged Wattle
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
- Synonyms:
- A uniglandulosa
- Mimosa alata
- Phyllodoce alata
- Taxonomic Rank: Species; there are also varieties such as Acacia alata var. alata and Acacia alata var. biglandulosa.
Distribution and Habitat
- Acacia alata is native to Western Australia.
- It is often found in Jarrah forests, along creeks, gullies, and hillsides.
- It grows in a variety of soils, including near water, rocky hills, breakaways, salt pans, and clay flats.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a frost-hardy, large, multi-branched shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.3 to 2.1 meters.
- The branchlets are often flexuose (zigzagging).
- The plant has ornamental winged branches, with the broadened leaf base running down the stem.
- It features pale lemon ball flowers in spring.
Cultivation
- Acacia alata needs a well-drained position.
- It benefits from protection from harsh conditions.
Quirky Facts
- The "winged" appearance comes from the broadened leaf base running down the stem.
Further Information
- Australian Plant Census
- Australian Flora
- USDA Plant Hardiness Map
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life