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ACACIA pubifolia
Wyberba Wattle or Velvet Wattle
Conservation status NSW: Endangered
Commonwealth status: Vulnerable
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Shrub to 3m spread 2m
Seeds per packet: Approx. 30
Seeds per gram: Approx. 105
The Wyberba Wattle has an erect slender stem with an open textured crown and attractive yellow flower spikes that occur profusely during winter and spring.
The phyllodes (leaves) are greyish green 4 cm long ending in sharp hooks.
Occurs naturally in Queensland and NSW.
Conservation status NSW: Endangered
Commonwealth status: Vulnerable
Prefers light well-drained soil in an open sunny position.
Acacia is easy to propagate from seed.
The best time to sow Acacia seed is autumn, Late winter and spring.
- Sow in a well drained mix.
- Soak in water 24 hours
- Next, soak seeds in near boiling water for 24-48 hours,to help soften the tough exterior and improve germination.
- Sow the seeds to a depth equal to the seed's width.
- Place in a semi-shaded postion.
- Keep the soil moist, avoid overwatering and ensure it doesn’t dry out.
Germination: Typically occurs within two weeks.
Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lie dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
- As with all seeds, they must have adequate water to germinate, keep them moist, but not too wet.
- These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
- The customer should do their due diligence that they are suited to their region.
Importing to Tasmania Prohibited