Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunn. ex Benth.
Earpod Wattle
Fast growing evergreen tree, spreading crown, grows 15-30 m tall, 50 cm leaves phyllodes, thick, leathery and curved flowers are 8 cm long in pairs, creamy yellow and sweet scented Pods are about 65 x 15 cm, flat, cartilaginous, glaucous, transversely veined with undulate margins They are initially straight but on maturity become twisted with irregular spirals Seeds are transversely held in the pod, broadly ovate to elliptical, about 4-6 x 3-4 mm
The flowers are a source of pollen for honey production. A major source of firewood, its dense wood and high energy contribute to its popularity. It provides very good charcoal that glows well with little smoke and does not spark. The wood is extensively used for paper pulp.
Acacia moniliformis Griseb, Racosperma auriculiforme (Benth) Pedley
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