CalNurCo #6 Blackwood Acacia

A native to Australia, this species is widely used in California for shade and ornamental value. The species in evergreen and has rapid growth, making it ideal for screening.

Also known as Australian Blackwood, Sally Wattle, Lightwood, Hickory, Mudgerabah, Tamanian Blackwood, or Black Wattle, according to Wikipedia.

The California Invasive Plant Council considers it invasive.

The wood is beautiful and is used for furniture and instruments. You can read about wattle wood on this Australian website, Wattle Day.














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