Trees
Descriptor |
Fast growing spreading shrub or erect tree with smooth bark, pale yellow or cream highly perfumed flowers. Olive-green ferny leaves to 20cm long. Pioneer plant useful for erosion sites. Nitrogen fixing. |
Cultural knowledge |
Wood: weapons, Bark: twine, medicine, Gum: food, drink, glue |
Ecological role |
Nectar feeds birds, marsupials, insects. Butterfly attractant: food plant for caterpillars |
Height |
5-15m |
Width |
6-10m |
Sun |
Full sun or light shade |
Soil type |
Sensitive water logged soils |
Flowering time |
Sept-Dec |