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paradox acacia
Scientific Name: Acacia paradoxa
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Acacia paradoxa: The Paradox Acacia
Acacia paradoxa, a member of the Fabaceae family, is commonly known as kangaroo thorn, prickly wattle, hedge wattle, or paradox acacia. This robust shrub presents a unique combination of features that warrants careful consideration for pet and child safety.
Considerations for Pets
- Thorns: The plant is known as "kangaroo thorn" and "prickly wattle," indicating the presence of thorns.
- Size: It grows into a large shrub up to 3 meters tall and wide, potentially making it accessible to pets.
Considerations for Children
- Thorns: The plant is known as "kangaroo thorn" and "prickly wattle," indicating the presence of thorns.
- Size: It grows into a large shrub up to 3 meters tall and wide, potentially making it accessible to children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acacia paradoxa DC.
- Family: Fabaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Acacia armata R. Br.
- Acacia undulata
- Mimosa armata
Common Names
- Kangaroo thorn
- Prickly wattle
- Hedge wattle
- Paradox acacia
- Kangaroo wattle
- Prickly acacia
- Prickly hedge wattle
Morphological Characteristics
- It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 5 meters (approximately 16 feet 5 inches) tall.
- The plant is dense with foliage.
- The "leaves" are actually enlarged petioles known as phyllodes.
Distribution and Habitat
- It is hardy to zone (UK) 8.
Phenology
- It is in leaf from January 12th.
- It flowers from February to May.