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ACACIA hemiteles (Wheatbelt form)

Tan Wattle

Stock: Available

SKU Code: A 11


$4.25

Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Dense shrub 1-3 m

Seed per packet: Aprrox. 25
Seed per gram: Approx. 165

Acacia hemiteles, commonly known as tan wattle is a bushy shrub that is often broader than it is high with yellow flowers held in small spherical clusters occurring from May to October.
Leaves are around seven centimetres long and 4 millimetres wide. This hardy shrub is often used in re-vegetation.

Endemic to the dry regions around the West Australian Goldfields but has recently been found in Maralinga in South Australia.

Well suited to dry situations and sandy soils. Drought and frost-tolerant.

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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