
Pearl acacia (Acacia podalyriifolia)
Pearl acacia, also known as Silver-leaved golden wattle, Queensland silver wattle, Queensland wattle
Acacia dealbata, also known as the silver wattle or mimosa, is a rapidly growing evergreen tree native to Australia. It is notable for its abundant, fragrant yellow blossoms and was introduced to western North America in 1908. Often used as an ornamental plant, it has the capacity to form dense thickets that can outcompete and displace native vegetation.
Key Facts About Pearl acacia
Attributes of Pearl acacia
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
3 m
Spread
3 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue Gray Silver Bronze
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow
Scientific Classification of Pearl acacia
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fabales
Family
Legume
Genus
Acacias
Species
Pearl acacia