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Prairie Acacia (Acaciella angustissima)

Prairie Acacia (Acaciella angustissima) is a thorny shrub or small tree native to North and Central America, known for its delicate fern-like foliage and creamy white flower clusters.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-25 °C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-3 m

Spread

1-3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, bipinnately compound

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Acacia angustissima (Mill.) Kuntze
Mimosa angustissima Mill.
Senegalia angustissima (Mill.) Pedley
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusAcaciella
  • speciesAcaciella angustissima
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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