Acacia rostellifera

Skunk Tree, Acacia, Summer scented Wattle

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring and Winter
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Specimen, street tree
Height 20' to 30' / 6.00m to 9.20m
Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown, green
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded, spreading or horizontal, vase
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive