Acacia aphylla - leafless rock wattle

Acacia aphylla – Leafless Rock Wattle

This shrubby Acacia has a beautiful, complex structure of branches; the name ‘aphylla’ means ‘without leaves’. It is native to the area around Perth, and loves an extremely well-drained soil. It can grow in full or part sun.
Conservation status listed as \”Threatened Flora\”.


Plant Information

Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Wattle
Scientific Name - Acacia aphylla
Family - Fabaceae
Cultivar Name -
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 2
Maximum Height - 3
Minimum Width - 2
Maximum Width - 2
Flower Colour - Yellow
Flowering Time - Spring
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Semi-arid, Arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method - Seed
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Attractive foliage, Wow factor
Special Uses - Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Other insects
Angus Cultivar - No