Summer-scented wattle
This tree occurs naturally in Western Australia. It prefers light to medium soils. It likes some lime. It prefers well drained soils. It requires an open sunny position but can stand light shade. It is drought resistant. It is damaged by heavy frosts. Coastal forms can tolerate salt spray near the coast.
Edible Portion
- Seeds, Gum
Where does Summer-scented wattle grow?
Found in: Australia
Notes: There are about 1,350 Acacia species. Over 1,000 occur in Australia. Also as Mimosaceae.
Growing Summer-scented wattle
Cultivation: It is grown from seed. The seed need treatment to break the hard seed coat. Normally this is by putting the seeds in very hot water and letting the water cool down overnight then planting the seeds immediately. It can be grown from cuttings.
Edible Uses: It has a gum which is eaten. It has a pleasant taste.
Production: The gum can be stored.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seed | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Gum | - | - | - | - | - | - |
References
Bodkin, F., 1991, Encyclopedia Botanica. Cornstalk publishing, p 31
Cherikoff V. & Isaacs, J., The Bush Food Handbook. How to gather, grow, process and cook Australian Wild Foods. Ti Tree Press, Australia p 47
Elliot, W.R., & Jones, D.L., 1982, Encyclopedia of Australian Plants suitable for cultivation. Vol 2. Lothian. p 108
London J. Bot. 1:356. 1842
Lord, E.E., & Willis, J.H., 1999, Shrubs and Trees for Australian gardens. Lothian. p 41
Paczkowska, G . & Chapman, A.R., 2000, The Western Australian Flora. A Descriptive Catalogue. Western Australian Herbarium. p 322