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Acacia melanolylon
South island Parking Lot #3
Blackwood acacia are medium-sized evergreen trees with dark green leaves and cream colored flowers. Thrives in heat and tolerates drought.
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Botanical Name:
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Acacia melanolylon
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Common Name:
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blackwood acacia
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Location:
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South island Parking Lot #3
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Family:
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Fabaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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8, 9, 13-24, H1
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Native Range:
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Eastern Australia and Tasmania
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Habitat:
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Prefers moist, well-drained fertile soil. Will tolerate drought conditions and light frost.
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General Habit:
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Evergreen, grows to 40 ft. tall, 20 ft. wide.
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Notes:
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Flowers creamy colored clusters appearing in spring. Surface roots can be a problem with surrounding pavement. Considered invasive in Hawaii. Dark wood is valued for timber.
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