Acacia sp. (Prickly Moses)

Acacia sp. (Prickly Moses) yellow flower close up on a green ferny branch of plant.
Acacia sp. (Prickly Moses) with yellow fluffy flower clusters and thin green feathery foliage.

Botanical name: Acacia sp.

Common names: Prickly Moses, Khair

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Australia

USDA Zone: 9-12

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Pale yellow flowers in short spikes.

Grows well in dry climates. Water occasionally, will tolerate mild droughts. Grows well in most soil types and will stand salt spray.

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