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Acacia gracilifolia: Graceful Wattle

Acacia gracilifolia, commonly known as Graceful Wattle, is a plant species that belongs to the Acacia genus.

Considerations for Pets

• Some Acacia species are shrubs, and the text mentions it can be used as screening. This could mean it's relatively common in gardens.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Acacia gracilifolia Maiden & Blakely
• Common Name: Graceful Wattle
• Family: Fabaceae-Mimosoideae (or simply Fabaceae)
• Synonym: Acacia decora Rchb. (although this is more commonly associated with the common names Pretty Wattle and Western Golden Wattle)

Distribution and Habitat

• The text suggests that Acacia gracilifolia is found in South Australia, where its conservation status is listed as "Near Threatened."
• The plant is described as growing in the South-East of Australia.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Acacia gracilifolia is described as a "graceful" wattle, often growing into a large shrub or small tree.
• It's noted for being an "immediate attraction" in gardens, due to its contrasting color and foliage, and can be used for screening.

Ecological Role

• Acacia decora (which shares the common name Graceful Wattle and is listed as a synonym for Acacia gracilifolia in one instance, but may also be a distinct species) is noted to have a "High" Allergen Potential.

Quirky Facts

• There's a two-part song called "The Graceful Swaying Wattle" composed by Frank Bridge with lyrics by Veronica Mason, written in 1916.
• The text uses the phrase "graceful environment friendly wattle and daub installation", this suggests that it may be useful as a building material.

Further Information

• Discover Life provides a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Acacia gracilifolia.
• The National Library of Australia holds more information about "The graceful swaying wattle music" song.