Acacia implexa|Lightwood, Hickory Wattle

Cardinia indigenous plant guide

Description

Upright small tree with rough greyish bark.

Size (W x H)

5-15m x 4-7m

Leaves

Sickle-shaped foliage 7-20cm x 6-25mm, with 3 slightly raised main veins.

Flowers

Small clusters of scented ball-shaped flowerhead . Pods are very twisted. White seed stalks looped 1-2 times around the seed tip.

Flower colour

Cream

Flower time

December to March

Growing conditions

Found in shallow drier soils of open forests but adaptable to a variety of well drained conditions. Frost tolerant. Full sun, dappled or partial shade.

Commonly used for

Windbreak, shade, taller screen. Long lived tree. Autumn flowering is a feature.

Available at indigenous nursery

Attracts birds

Photo gallery

Acknowledgement

Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory