Club-leaf Wattle
Acacia hemignosta
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m tall. There are prickles along the stem. The leaves are twice divided and there are 8-18 pairs of pinnae. There are up to 50 pairs of pinnules on each pinnae. The flowers are yellow. They are in large clusters at the ends of branches. The pods are flattened.
There are about 1,350 Acacia species. Over 1,000 occur in Australia. Also as Mimosaceae.
Where it is found
It occurs in Australia from the Kimberleys to north Queensland. It is often in sandy soils in open woodland. It needs good drainage and a sunny position. It suits tropical and dry climates.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The seeds are eaten.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
It is grown from seed. The seed need to be treated to break the hard seed coat. Normally this is by putting the seeds in very hot water and letting the water cool down overnight then planting the seeds immediately.
Trees flower in May to August and develop pods between July and September. The season can be a little later in some areas.
Its other names
Local names
Luwiluwilta