Acacia oxycedrus|Spike Wattle
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Stiff erect or spreading shrub or small tree.
- Size (W x H)
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1-10m x 2-5m
- Leaves
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Rigid, sharply pointed foliage, broader at the base, with 3-5 veins, visible on each side, 1-4cm x 1.5-4mm.
- Flowers
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Flowers in dense spikes 1.5-5cm long, longer than leaves. Pods slightly compressed, wrinkled lengthways, 6-11cm x 4-8mm.
- Flower colour
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Bright yellow
- Flower time
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June to November
- Growing conditions
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Sandy and loam soils, tolerating both dryish and wet conditions in open forests within the Shire. Frost tolerant. Full sun to dappled shade.
- Commonly used for
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Good bird refuge. Useful to underplant existing trees or protect sensitive areas from foot traffic. Windbreak.
- 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
