| BRIEF DESCRIPTION A small tree reaching a height of 6-12 m, with a fairly straight trunk up to 1/2 to 3/4 of the tree height and a moderately open crown. USES It has limited value as dry season fodder. The wood can be used as fuel, posts, and poles. The tree can provide shade and shelter. GROWING PERIOD Fast-growing perennial. COMMON NAMES Corkwood wattle, Yadthor, Waneu. FURTHER INF Corkwood wattle ocuurs in northern and eastern Australia at latitudes between 16-26°S and elevations from sea level to 350 m. It is mainly found on undulating country with some areas of gentle hills. The tree is fire-resistant. It has become a weed in some pastural areas of Queensland. (pH estimated by the compiler). |
