Acacia murrayana
| Sandplain wattle | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Fabales |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
| Subfamily: | Caesalpinioideae |
| Clade: | Mimosoid clade |
| Genus: | Acacia |
| Species: | A. murrayana
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| Binomial name | |
| Acacia murrayana | |
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Acacia murrayana is a
Description
Sandplain wattle grows as a tall
In Australia, its main flowering period is from August to November (this varies upon specific geographic) with pods maturing several months later (November-January). During favorable seasons, plants flower profusely and produce heavy pod crops.[3]
The species most closely resembles A. pachyacra which has a similar range. The most obvious way to distinguish them is that A. pachyacra phyllodes (leaves) are much narrower.[3]
Taxonomy
The species was first formally described by the botanist George Bentham in 1864 as part of the work Flora Australiensis. It was reclassified as Racosperma murrayanum in 1987 by Leslie Pedley then transferred back to genus Acacia in 2006.[6] A. murrayana resembles Acacia dietrichiana but belongs to the A. murrayana group of wattles along with Acacia gelasina, Acacia praelongata, Acacia pachyacra and Acacia subrigida. This group of wattles is allied with the Acacia victoriae and Acacia juncifolia groups.[3] The
Distribution
It is widespread throughout
Uses
Most Acacia seeds are highly nutritious with an established history of traditional use by Aboriginal Australians. Because of this, Acacia species have been explored as a neglected and underutilized crop that could be used to improve food security in developing countries. A. murrayana has been suggested to be one of the most promising species for this purpose. Seeds contain around 26% protein, 26% carbohydrate, 32% fiber, and 9% fat and have a low glycemic index.[3][7][8]
Seeds and gum of the plant is a food source for Central Australian Aboriginae. Seeds can be ground to make a flour that can be used as a flavoring in desserts, a nutritious supplement in breads and pastries, or for a caffeine-free coffee alternative.[3][8]
The bark of all Acacia species are high in tannins, making them useful for dyeing.[8]
Gallery
See also
References
- ^ a b c d "Acacia murrayana". Flora of Australia Online. Department of the Environment and Heritage, Australian Government.
- ISBN 978-1-875560-22-6.
- ^ Herbarium of Western Australia. Retrieved 14 July 2020.
- ^ Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
- ^ a b "Acacia murrayana". Wattles of the Pilbara. Department of Environment and Conservation. 2010. Retrieved 14 July 2020.
- ^ "Acacia murrayana F.Muell. ex Benth". Atlas of Living Australia. Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 14 July 2020.
- ^ Turnbull, John W. (31 January 1987). Australian acacias in developing countries.
- ^ a b c "Acacia murrayana". Useful Tropical Plants. Retrieved 2 March 2021.
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