Acacia genistifolia|Spreading Wattle
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Fast-growing, open shrub with ribbed yellow tips on new growth.
- Size (W x H)
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1-3m x 1-3m
- Leaves
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Narrow prickly foliage 10-40mm x 1-3mm with central raised vein on either side, fine point on tip asymmetrical. Gland 2-4mm above base.
- Flowers
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Scented ball-shaped flowerheads on slender stalks in groups of 2-4 per leaf axil, long flowering. Narrow, almost straight pods 5-11cm x 4-7mm, raised over seeds.
- Flower colour
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Light to lemon yellow
- Flower time
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February to October
- Growing conditions
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Will tolerate both wet and dry periods in clay or sandy soil in open forests. Frost tolerant. Full sun, semi or dappled shade.
- Commonly used for
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Grows under established trees. Bird refuge, attracts seed-eating birds such as parrots.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
