Australian National Botanic Gardens

Acacia mountfordiae

Description: Spreading shrub, 2-3 m high by 3 m across with arching branches. The grey-green phyllodes are semi-circular and about 4 cm long. The young growth is purplish-grey. The golden flowers are borne in rods, 3 cm long, in winter.

Distribution: NT.

Propagation: from scarified seed.

Cultivation: A beautiful shrub for a well-drained sunny site in a frost free area. Shrubs have flowered as far south as Coffs Harbour. Foliage is a delightful contrast with other plants.

Special horticultural attributes:

Recommended for its foliage.
May be used as a feature plant.
Suitable for planting in tropical areas.