Scientific Name: Acacia saligna

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  • Common Name:
    Golden Wreath Wattle
  • Derivation:
    Acacia: Gr. akakia - to sharpen (first species described had short, pointed leaves)
  • Family:
    MIMOSACEAE
  • Status:
    WEED This introduced plant has escaped into local bushland. Without natural predators to keep it in check, it is out-competing native species.
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  • Species List:
    Janet, Weed,
Cultural Notes

Acacia species - Many wattle species have gum that exudes from their stems and trunks. The pale gums can be sucked like candy or soaked in water as jelly.

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