Acacia anthochaera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Acacia anthochaera |
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Acacia
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anthochaera
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The Acacia anthochaera is a type of plant that grows as a shrub or a small tree. It belongs to the Acacia family, which is a large group of plants found around the world. This particular acacia is native to Western Australia.
About the Acacia anthochaera
The Acacia anthochaera is a special plant found only in Western Australia. It is known for its pretty yellow flowers. This plant is an important part of the natural environment in its home region.
What it Looks Like
This acacia usually grows into a rounded shrub or a small tree. It can reach a height of about 1 to 5 meters (which is about 3 to 16 feet) tall. When it blooms, usually from August to December, it shows off bright yellow flowers.
Where it Grows
You can find the Acacia anthochaera growing naturally in specific parts of Western Australia. It lives in areas known as the Mid West and the Wheatbelt regions. This means it is an endemic species, found nowhere else in the world.
How it Was Discovered
Scientists first officially described the Acacia anthochaera in 1995. A botanist named Bruce Maslin was the one who formally identified and named this species. He published his findings in a scientific journal called Nuytsia. Later, in 2003, another scientist named Leslie Pedley reclassified it under a different name, Racosperma anthochaerum. However, by 2006, it was moved back to its original genus, Acacia.
