Umbellata Wattle
Origin of name
Family: MIMOSACEAE
- Acacia meaning “a point“
- umbellata meaning “sunshade or umbrella“
Occurrence
A local plant. Common in coastal/sub-coastal northern Qld. Grows in dry, stony/sandy soil, often in eucalypt woodland on rocky slopes/ridges e.g. Castle Hill.
Occurs on dry, rocky/stony slopes so tolerates dryness and requires good drainage. Grows in full sun.
Appearance
Multi-stemmed shrub to 3m, but usually a rounded shrub 1-1.5m in gardens. Leaves point upwards and often appear shiny. New growth red-tinted. Yellow, cylindrical flower heads (Apr–Jul, or throughout year) lead to grey-brown, woody pods held upright.
Suitable for suburban gardens. Extra-floral nectaries at leaf tips can attract birds and insects.
