Red-eyed wattle is a coastal species. Close to the ocean, it adopts a broad, dome shape for protection against salt and sand. Further away from […]
Category: Acacia
Rottnest Cypress (Callitris preissii)
Rottnest Cypress is a small conifer, growing on the coast and offshore islands, where it tolerates dry, alkaline soils and salty winds. In such places […]
Golden-Wreath Wattle (Acacia saligna)
Golden-wreath wattle is a large shrub or small tree up to 6 m tall. It was typically found near wetlands, but as a good coloniser […]
Summer-scented wattle (Acacia rostellifera)
Perth’s tallest wattle can grow to 10 m although frequent fires will restrict its growth. It is found near the coast on sand or limestone, […]