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Blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon)

Blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon) is a fast-growing tree native to Australia, known for its attractive foliage and wood.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, loamy soil. Tolerates sandy and clay soils.

Temperature

Prefers mild temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer in spring/summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense sun.

Water

Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, loamy soil. Tolerates sandy and clay soils.

Temperature

Prefers mild temperatures.

Tolerates light frost once established.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer in spring/summer.

Avoid high phosphorus.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

5-15 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Phyllodes

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Acacia arcuata Sieber ex Spreng.
Acacia latifolia Desf.
Racosperma melanoxylon (R.Br.) Pedley
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusAcacia
  • speciesAcacia melanoxylon
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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