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Leucaena

Leucaena
Photo: Weed Society of Queensland Inc
Invasive Plant
Leucaena
Leucaena leucocephala
 

Fast growing small tree native to Central and South America growing to 6 metres in height. It has ferny grey green wattle like foliage and round creamy yellow flowers. Seed pods are held in conspicuous dense clusters and the seeds are plentiful and scatter widely when ripe.

 

HOW IT SPREADS

  • Seeds are plentiful and spread widely from clusters of 15cm pods when ripe.
  • Seeds are dispersed by wind and water, in animal manures and on agricultural machinery.
 
 
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Other superior selections include;

  • Melaleuca bracteata 'Revolution Gold' - Revolution Gold
  • Grevillea whiteana - Mundubbera Grevillea

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Alternative Plants

Mudgee Wattle
Photo: Craig Eddie - Boobook Images
Alternative Plant Mudgee Wattle
Acacia spectablis
Trees and Shrubs
 

This Australian native plant varies between a large shrub and small tree, normally growing between 4 and 6 metres in height. It has green ferny bi-pinnate foliage resembling that of the Leopard Tree. The flowers are simply stunning and produced in late winter and into spring. They are globular shaped, bright yellow, honey scented and found on long racemes. It is extremely hardy, will grow in a range of soil types and will tolerate moderate frost and drought conditions.

Revolution Green
Photo: Norwood Industries
Alternative Plant Revolution Green
Melaleuca bracteata 'Revolution Green'
Trees and Shrubs
 

This beautiful Australian native shrub to 4 m high by 2 m wide has rich dark green foliage. In spring the creamy-white brushes attract native birds. This superior form of Melaleuca bracteata is recommended as a screen, windbreak or as a feature specimen. It requires little attention and will thrive in most soil conditions. Prefers and open sunny position and regular pruning to maintain shape and to encourage new growth.

Western Silver Wattle
Photo: Craig Eddie - Boobook Images
Alternative Plant Western Silver Wattle
Acacia decora
Trees and Shrubs
 

This Australian native shrub is variable in height, ranging between 1.5 and 4 metres in height depending on soil conditions. The narrow phyllodes (flattened leaves) are blue green in colour. The flowers are spectacular and produced in late winter and into spring. They are globular shaped, bright yellow, honey scented and found on long terminal racemes as well as in clusters in the leaf axils. It is extremely hardy, will grow in a range of soil types and will tolerate moderate frost and drought conditions.

 
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