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ACACIA denticulosa 250g

Sandpaper Wattle
Threatened species, rare in the wild

Stock: Available

SKU Code: A 8-250g


$168.27

Family: Fabaceae.
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Small to medium shrub 1-3 m

Seed per packet: Approx. 15
Seed per gram: Approx. 44

As the common name suggests the leaves are rough and actually feel like sandpaper. Flowering occurs from late winter to early spring and produces a spectacular display of dense, curved, yellow flower spikes.

Endemic in small populations to the Avon Wheatbelt, Coolgardie and the Swan Coastal Plain regions of Western Australia.

Suited to the hottest part of the garden. Prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Will tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. Tip pruning will make the plant bushier.

Conservation Code: Threatened Flora (Declared Rare Flora - Extant) Threatened and categorised as rare in the wild.
Image kindly supplied by Tatiana Gerus (Tatters) CC BY-SA 2.0

Pre-treatment: Hot Water
Place the seed in a container and pour in just boiled water and allow to soak overnight.
The swollen seed can then be sown, re-treat seeds that have not swollen.
Sow seed 3-5mm keep moist.Germination should occur in 10-21 days @ 18-22C.

If you are unsure what you require to import seed to your county please contact our Export manager who will guide you through the process exports@australianseed.com

We are a registered Export Establishment with an authorised officer which allows us to process Phytosanitary certificates when required.
The purchaser is responsible for clearing the goods through their customs and paying all charges associated with clearing the goods, including any import fees and taxes if applicable.

Australian Seed cannot accept returns due to Australian quarantine restrictions. See the full conditions here.

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