Acacia pycnantha|Golden Wattle
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Erect or spreading shrub or small tree with waxy bark on young growth.
- Size (W x H)
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3-10m 2-5m
- Leaves
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Broad, bright green sickle-shaped to curved foliage to 20cm x 10-50mm, often hanging. Single, central main vein, 1-2 glands, slightly raised, near the base of the leaf.
- Flowers
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Masses of densely-flowered, scented ball-shaped flowerheads in axillary spikes. Thin flattish, slightly constricted pods 5-13cm x 5-7mm.
- Flower colour
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Gold
- Flower time
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July to October
- Growing conditions
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Reasonably well drained loamy soil in open forests and woodlands. Light to moderate frosts. Tolerate limited drought conditions. Best in full sun but will accept semi shade.
- Commonly used for
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Specimen plant. Windbreak, screen. Australia's floral emblem.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Attracts butterflies
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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
