Feathery wattle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Feathery wattle |
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Acacia
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glaucocarpa
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The Feathery Wattle (Acacia glaucocarpa), also known as the Hickory Wattle, is a type of Acacia tree or shrub. It is native to eastern Australia.
What is the Feathery Wattle?
The Feathery Wattle is a plant that can grow as a shrub or a small tree. It usually reaches a height of about 2.5 to 10 meters (8 to 33 feet). Its bark is grey to grey-brown and looks cracked or "fissured." The branches are round and have faint ridges.
Where Does the Feathery Wattle Grow?
This wattle species is found in many places across southeastern Queensland, Australia. It grows in open forests or woodlands. You can find it from about 80 kilometers (50 miles) west of Emerald all the way south to the border of New South Wales. It is very common near towns like Kingaroy and Ipswich.
The Feathery Wattle often grows on sandstone or other sedimentary rocks. It prefers areas with deep soil. It is also found in many protected natural areas.
Why is This Wattle Important?
The Feathery Wattle is considered a stable species. This means its population is not currently in danger. Scientists have found at least 40 mature plants in one area in Queensland. Seeds from these plants are also stored to help protect the species for the future.
This plant is also used as an ornamental plant. People like to grow it in their gardens because it has attractive leaves. It also produces many flowers in autumn, which look beautiful. The Feathery Wattle is easy to care for. It can grow well in dry areas and can handle frost. It is even tolerant of greywater, which is recycled water from sinks or showers.
