Family:
Fabaceae
Acacia acanthoclada
Harrow Wattle
Other Names:
Regional Subspecies:
A. a. subsp. acanthoclada (resticted to Wentworth region and northwards)
Occurrence:
Habitat & Site Selection:
Mallee communities in sandy soil. Well drained soils in dry situations. Tolerates frost.
Habit:
Erect to spreading shrub 1.3-1.5m high. Bark smooth and grey. Branches spiny and hairy. Has golden yellow flowers (Jul – Jan).
Seed Collection:
Summer.
Propagation:
From seed or cuttings. Seed should be scarified or heat treated prior to sowing.
VALUES:
Shade & Shelter:
Can be used as a low windbreak.
Land Protection:
Legume, improves soil fertility by fixing nitrogen. Fast Growing.
Ornamental:
An attractive plant that could be used in gardens. Can be used as a screen due to its spiny habit.
