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Acacia Farnesiana (Vachellia farnesiana)

Vachellia farnesiana is a shrub or small tree known for its bright yellow, puffball flowers and sweet scent, blooming in winter and spring.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Watering

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, alkaline, or saline conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures. Protect from hard frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, alkaline, or saline conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures. Protect from hard frost.

Ideal growing range: 18-29 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-9 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Acacia farnesiana (L.) Willd.
Mimosa farnesiana L.
Poponax farnesiana (L.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusVachellia
  • speciesVachellia farnesiana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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