Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
510260

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chappill

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.20: 603 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509592

Common Names

  • Jacksonia acicularis
  • Acicularis Jacksonia
  • Jacksonia

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Description

Jacksonia acicularis (also called Needle Jacksonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests. It is an annual herb with small yellow flowers and a spreading habit.

Uses & Benefits

Jacksonia acicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacksonia acicularis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacksonia acicularis is a perennial plant native to Madagascar. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that grows to a height of about 12 inches (30 cm). It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Jacksonia acicularis

Jacksonia acicularis can be found in Madagascar.

Jacksonia acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacksonia acicularis?

Jacksonia acicularis

What is the common name of Jacksonia acicularis?

Needle-leaved Jacksonia

What is the natural habitat of Jacksonia acicularis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Jacksonia genus

Jacksonia compressa, Jacksonia floribunda, Jacksonia furcellata, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia sericea, Jacksonia sternbergiana, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia eremodendron, Jacksonia aculeata, Jacksonia lehmannii, Jacksonia angulata, Jacksonia odontoclada, Jacksonia foliosa, Jacksonia horrida, Jacksonia rhadinoclada, Jacksonia hakeoides, Jacksonia dilatata, Jacksonia calycina, Jacksonia condensata, Jacksonia thesioides, Jacksonia grevilleoides, Jacksonia nematoclada, Jacksonia racemosa, Jacksonia stackhousii, Jacksonia velutina, Jacksonia forrestii, Jacksonia argentea, Jacksonia vernicosa, Jacksonia alata, Jacksonia macrocalyx, Jacksonia spinosa, Jacksonia ramosissima, Jacksonia capitata, Jacksonia fasciculata, Jacksonia rhadinoclona, Jacksonia acicularis, Jacksonia anthoclada, Jacksonia arenicola, Jacksonia arida, Jacksonia arnhemica, Jacksonia calcicola, Jacksonia chappilliae, Jacksonia debilis, Jacksonia dendrospinosa, Jacksonia divisa, Jacksonia effusa, Jacksonia elongata, Jacksonia epiphyllum, Jacksonia flexuosa, Jacksonia gracillima,

Species in the Fabaceae family