| A long lived Acacia the has been recorded over 100 years old. This Acacia was one of the most valuable plants for the local Aboriginals as well as the early settlers. Occurs naturally in every state except Victoria, so it is suited to and wide range of soils and conditions. Growing to a height of around 7m with a 7m spread. Flowers appears as profuse golden rods in winter and spring. The seed is ground to make a flour or edible paste when moistened. The sweet exudation, produced by the plant is either sucked straight from the tree or dissolved in water to make a refreshing drink, it was referred to by the early settlers as BUSH LOLLIES. The hard wood of the Mulga was used in Boomerangs and digging tools, when polished it turns a dark red/brown and is ideal in wood turning. Approx 20 seeds Germination: 5-15 days Pre-treatment: Pour just-boiled water over seeds in a container and soak for 24 hours. Sow swollen seeds, re-treat others. Sowing: Depth of seed, keep warm and moist, but not wet. Zone: 8-11 Please Note; although many of the traditional “Bush Food and Medicine” plants we supply are now commercially produced in various forms we recommend you re-search these before using them as any form of food or medicines. Some parts of the plant may not be edible or some may need prepared before they are safe to eat or use in any way. We do our best to describe there traditional modern uses It is the purchaser responsibility to ensure they are fit for their intended use. |