Acacia kochii facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Acacia kochii |
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Acacia
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kochii
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Acacia kochii is a type of shrub, which is a small, bushy plant. It belongs to a large group of plants called Acacias, also known as wattles.
What it Looks Like
This special shrub is often bushy and can grow from about 0.5 to 2 meters (1.6 to 6.5 feet) tall. It has branches that are smooth (this is what "glabrous" means) and have thorns that are 0.5 to 2 centimeters long.
You'll find groups of leaf-like parts called phyllodes on its branches. These phyllodes are shaped a bit like a narrow oval or a spear tip. They are usually 1 to 2 centimeters long and 2 to 7 millimeters wide.
In August, the Acacia kochii produces bright yellow flowers. These flowers grow in simple clusters, either by themselves or in small groups of two or three. The flower-heads are shaped like short cylinders or ovals. They are about 7 to 15 millimeters long and 5 to 6 millimeters across.
After the flowers bloom, the plant forms seed pods. These pods look a bit like a string of beads. They can grow up to 9 centimeters long and about 5 millimeters wide. Inside these pods, you'll find dull black seeds that are shaped like an ellipse.
Where it Lives
The Acacia kochii plant is native to Western Australia. You can find it growing in the Wheatbelt and Goldfields-Esperance areas. It grows in different types of soil, including clay or sandy-loamy soils. Its natural home stretches from Yalgoo in the north down to Moora in the south.
