| Botanical name | Acacia mellifera |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Deciduous Deciduous – Sheds Its Leaves Annually  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Semi Frost Hardy Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | May June July August This tree bears creamy white, sweetly scented flowers in early winter to early spring. |
| Common name(s) | Black thorn |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Acacia mellifera has dark green, bipinnate foliage. |
| Uses in landscape design | Can be used as a barrier. |
| Drought tolerance | High |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Wildlife attractions | bees |
Acacia mellifera (Black thorn)
- Botanical name: Acacia mellifera
- Common name(s): Black thorn
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
Acacia mellifera has dark green, bipinnate foliage with creamy white, sweetly scented flowers in early winter to early spring. Use in landscape design as a barrier or in a water wise, indigenous garden.
Family: Fabaceae
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: –
Acacia mellifera requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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May June July August
This tree bears creamy white, sweetly scented flowers in early winter to early spring.
Acacia mellifera has dark green, bipinnate foliage.
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