| Common name: | Black Wattle |
| Plant type: | Tree over 6m |
| Size: | 25m x 10m |
| Conditions: | Sun – shade |
| Soil: | Dry-moist, well-drained |
| Attracts: | Birds, butterflies |
| Foliage: | Dark green leaves |
| Flowers: | Pale yellow balls |
| Flowering: | Sep-Dec |
| Bush tucker: | Gum is used as chewing gum that dissolves as you chew. |
| General comments: | Fast growing, resents pruning |
| Further information: | * Whitehorse Council * VICFLORA |
