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(Acacia iteaphylla)
Flinders Range Wattle (Acacia iteaphylla)
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Kym Nicolson
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Photo by: Kym Nicolson | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Occurence ID: https://www.gbif.org/occurrence/1632963635 | Publisher: Atlas of Living Australia |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Rochester, New Hampshire
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 8" - 54" | 44" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 70°F - 96°F | 83°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 30°F - 50°F | 11°F | Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant | Too cold |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Acacia iteaphylla, commonly known as Flinders Range Wattle, is an evergreen shrub native to the semi-arid regions of South Australia, particularly found in plains and scrublands. This species is well-adapted to its native dry environment, with a weeping habit and typically reaching a height and crown width of 2 to 5 meters (6.6 to 16.4 ft). It produces showy yellow flowers from late winter to early spring (March to September in the Southern Hemisphere), with the blooms arranged in small spherical clusters located in the phyllode forks, providing a splash of color and attracting pollinators.
Flinders Range Wattle is valued for its fast growth, attractive weeping foliage, and ability to provide quick screening or serve as a low windbreak in gardens. It is also noted for its resilience, tolerating saline soils, frost, and drought conditions once established. Full sun to partial shade is suitable for this shrub, and it thrives in well-drained soils. The cultivar Acacia "Parsons Cascade" is a popular low-growing form that is often used in ornamental plantings. However, gardeners should be aware of its potential invasiveness outside its native range and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Flinders Range Wattle is valued for its fast growth, attractive weeping foliage, and ability to provide quick screening or serve as a low windbreak in gardens. It is also noted for its resilience, tolerating saline soils, frost, and drought conditions once established. Full sun to partial shade is suitable for this shrub, and it thrives in well-drained soils. The cultivar Acacia "Parsons Cascade" is a popular low-growing form that is often used in ornamental plantings. However, gardeners should be aware of its potential invasiveness outside its native range and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 10-15 feet
- Width: 4-6 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Drought Tolerant, Hedges, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Semi-arid regions of South Australia, particularly found in plains and scrublands
Other Names
Common Names: Port Lincoln Wattle, Winter Wattle, Willow-Leaved Wattle, Flinders Ranges Wattle
Scientific Names: Acacia iteaphylla, Racosperma iteaphyllum
GBIF Accepted Name: Acacia iteaphylla F.Muell. ex Benth.