Knife Acacia, Knife Leaf Wattle


Scientific Name: Acacia cultriformis A. Cunn. ex Benth
Synonym: Racosperma cultriforme
Family: Fabaceae
Knife Acacia, Knife Leaf Wattle(Acacia cultriformis)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 11-24
USDA: 9-12

Frost Tolerance: hardy at least to 25°F (-4°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Origin: Australia (New South Wales, Queensland)

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub or tree, 10 to 16 feet tall (3 to 4.8 m.), 10 to 15 feet in spread (3 to 4.5 m.), greyish green leaves

Flowers: Yellow globular, flowers, in early spring to late spring

Watering Needs: Water moderately when in active growth, needs good drainage

Propagation: Pre-soaked seeds in spring

Knife Acacia, Knife Leaf Wattle(Acacia cultriformis)

The species name "cultriformis" means "knife-shaped" and refers to its "leaf" shape.

Knife Acacia, Knife Leaf Wattle(Acacia cultriformis)

Blooming Habits:
Quantity of striking yellow clusters in early spring.


 

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