Family:
Fabaceae
Acacia sclerophylla
Hard-leaved Wattle
Other Names: n/a
Regional Subspecies:
A. s. var. sclerophylla
Habit:
Small dense spreading shrub to 1 m high. Glossy phyllodes, curved and twisted pods. Golden-yellow flowers (Aug-Nov).
Habitat & Site Selection:
Mainly mallee communities on sandy soil. Adaptable to well-drained, light to heavy soils in dappled shade, partial, or full sun. Tolerates frost, drought, alkaline, and somewhat saline areas. Prefers 250 – 450 mm rainfall in the Riverina.
Seed Collection & Propagation:
Propagate from seed or cuttings.
Values & Uses:
Roadside plantings, erosion control. Nitrogen-fixing legume, improves soil fertility. Attractive garden plant.