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Zone USDA 8b
This plant fact sheet was first proposed by lrey
Last modification:  23/03/2005 19:52
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Acacia pravissima
 
Acacia pravissima is also known as Ovens wattle or wedge-leaf wattle. It is a small tree that is native to Australia. It is up to 25 ft (about 8 m) tall. One notable feature of this Acacia is the pendulous aspect of the branches, and the foliage which is made of triangular phyllodes.
This showy tree is relatively frost hardy, and will withstand brief frosts of 15°F (-9°C). It can this be grown in USDA zones 9 and warmer, and may be tried in USDA zone 8b.
 
Ovens wattle has an evergreen foliage, which is made of small triangular phyllodes.
Small yellow globular flowers of Ovens wattle are fragrant, and are grouped into 4 in (10 cm) inflorescences.
 
Acacia pravissima requiert les expositions suivantes : lumière,soleil
This Acacia requires a well-drained ground, and can withstand occasional droughts.
 
Dimensions
  • Height 8.00 m
  • Width 3.00 m
  • Minimum temperatures
  • The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -9.0 °C
  • Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -6.0 °C
  • Exposure - light, full sun
    Leaves - evergreen
    Flowers -
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Color(s) : yellow
  • Propagation - seeds
  • Ovens wattle is generally propagated by seeds.
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