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ACACIA melanoxylon
Australian Blackwood
Stock: Available
SKU Code: N 636
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Upright tree 15-30 metres
Seed per packets: Approx. 25
Seed per gram: Approx. 65
An attractive feature or shade tree with a profusion of pale-yellow flowers in clusters that produces a magnificent display from late winter to early spring. Flowering is flowed by decorative curled seed pods that burst open to reveal the attractive seed.
Forms an upright habit typically to around 15-30 metres in ideal conditions.
The Aboriginal people used this tree for many things including fishing, hunting spears boomerangs, and throwing sticks. Medicinal uses included bark infusion for rheumatic joints pain.
The seed could also be ground and eaten.
Occurs naturally in South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, and Tasmania.
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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