Two-Vein-Hickory

Acacia binervata

Native to:
Australia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Acacia
Species:
Acacia binervata
USDA Symbol:
ACBI5

Growth Characteristics

Height:
600 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to eastern Australia, prefers open forests

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Scarify or pour boiling water over seeds and soak for 24 hours before sowing. Germination typically occurs within 2-3 weeks.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI