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Chisos prairie acacia

Scientific Name: Acacia angustissima var. chisosiana

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Chisos Prairie Acacia (Acacia angustissima var. chisosiana)

The Chisos Prairie Acacia, scientifically known as Acacia angustissima (Mill.) Kuntze var. chisosiana Isely, is a subshrub belonging to the Fabaceae (Pea) family.

Considerations for Pets

  • According to provided ratings, the Chisos Prairie Acacia is considered not safe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • According to provided ratings, the Chisos Prairie Acacia is considered not safe for children.

Common Names

  • Chisos prairie acacia
  • Shreve's prairie acacia
  • Prairie acacia
  • Prairie wattle
  • White-ball acacia
  • Fern Acacia
  • Ocpatl
  • Chisos Acacia

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • Scientific Name: Acacia angustissima (Mill.) Kuntze var. chisosiana Isely
  • Synonyms:
    • Acaciella angustissima (Mill.) Britton & Rose var. chisosiana (Isely) B.L. Turner
  • Taxonomic Rank: Variety

Distribution and Habitat

The Chisos Prairie Acacia is native to specific regions, including the Chisos Mountains. It grows naturally on free-draining acid soils and is adapted to a wide range of soil types.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • The Chisos Prairie Acacia is a perennial subshrub or forb/herb.
  • Its numerous free stamens (sometimes >300) are typical of the Acacia species.

Related Species and Varieties

  • Acacia angustissima (Mill.) Kuntze – whiteball acacia, prairie acacia
  • Acacia angustissima var. angustissima
  • Acacia angustissima var. hirta
  • Acacia angustissima var. shrevei

Cultivation

  • Water the Chisos prairie acacia every 4-5 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water, when the soil has been dry for days.

Further Resources

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Dave's Garden
  • Garden Guides
  • NPIN (Native Plant Information Network) Mobile