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ACACIA retinodes 25g

Swamp Wattle

Stock: Available

SKU Code: A 42-25g


$35.00

Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Large shrub to small tree 5-10m

Seed per packet: Approx. 15
Seed per gram: Approx. 50

An ornamental Acacia with a somewhat weeping habit and light gold to cream flowers in globular heads on short racemes. Flowers occur in winter and spring and periodically throughout the year. The seeds are edible.
Smooth thin green Phyllodes (modified leaves) 15cm long and 3-4 mm wide.

Native to South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania.
Tolerates clay soils and poor drainage. Part to full sun

Please Note: Although many of the traditional Bush Food and Medicine plants 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 their traditional & modern uses. It is the purchaser responsibility to ensure they are fit for their intended use.

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.

If you looking for the availability of larger quantities contact us

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