23 Species of Acacia Trees and Shrubs - The Spruce
2022年5月10日 · Acacia trees and shrubs come from the Acacia genus, Fabaceae (legume) family, and Mimosoideae subfamily. With more than 1300 species and varieties worldwide, about 1000 of these are native to Australia, although some of these species were regrouped into four other genera in 2005.
Acacia - Wikipedia
Acacia, commonly known as wattles[3][4] or acacias, is a genus of about 1,084 species of shrubs and trees in the subfamily Mimosoideae of the pea family Fabaceae.
Acacia | Description, Major Species, & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月11日 · acacia, (genus Acacia), genus of about 160 species of trees and shrubs in the pea family (Fabaceae). Acacias are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, particularly Australia (where they are called wattles) and Africa, where they are well-known landmarks on the veld and savanna.
Acacia
Acacia shrubs thrive in warm climates, with spectacular (and scented) flowers and an easy-going nature. Drought tolerant, acacias like sunlight but need no coddling. Type Flowering shrub. Lifespan Perennial. USDA Zones 9-11. Light Full sun.
Acacia Trees: Types, Leaves, Flowers, Thorns - Leafy Place
2022年9月29日 · Acacia trees and shrubs are an evergreen plant species with unique fern-like leaves and showy clusters of fragrant yellow or white fuzzy flowers. The unusual feature of feathery acacia leaves is that they are a type of modified stem or petiole.
Common Acacia Varieties - Learn About Different Acacia Trees And Shrubs …
2021年4月12日 · Acacia trees, like beans and honey locust, have a magical power. They are legumes and can fix nitrogen in soil. Known as wattle in Australia, there are about 160 different varieties of Acacia, most with fine, feathery leaves and beautiful floral displays.
Acacia - The Best Plants to Grow in Your Garden
Acacia, commonly called wattle, is a large genus of shrubs and trees known for their distinctive feathery foliage and showy flower clusters. Habit: Acacia species vary widely in habit, ranging from small shrubs to large trees.
Gardening 101: Acacia - Gardenista
2018年2月21日 · These shrubs and trees are known for being short-lived, possessing dangerous thorns, attracting stinging ants, and spreading with heedless aggression. However, like some sort of botanical femme fatale, acacia seduces the unwary plant lover by adorning herself with truly spectacular displays of gorgeous and often highly perfumed flowers.
Plant Profile: Acacia | Cochise County Master Gardeners
Botanical name: Leguminosae. Family: Pea. Range: Native to the tropics and the warm regions of the world, particularly Australia (called wattles), Mexico, and the Southwestern states. Tough. Durable. Beautiful. These are the words that describe the acacia.
How to Grow Acacia - Harvest to Table
Acacia is a large genus of evergreen or deciduous shrubs and trees that are sometimes called wattle or mimosa. Acacias bear brilliant yellow flowers in spring and early summer. A few varieties bear white or cream-colored flowers.