Acacia farnesiana Sweet acacia (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Acacia farnesiana
Sweet acacia
Deciduous shrub
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The Acacia farnesiana plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Florida. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sweet acacia.

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Latin Name:  Acacia farnesiana
Common Name:  Sweet acacia
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  (L.)Willd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry sandy soils in pinelands, hammocks and disturbed areas[229].

General Uses: An essential oil obtained from the flowers is used in the perfumery industry[229]. It is deliciously scented, with a fragrance of violets[245]. A mature plant 10 years old can yield 9 kg of flowers each year[245]. The bark and the fruit are a source of tannin and used in making dyes and inks[227]. The seedpods contain about 23% tannin[240]. A glue made from the young pods is used to mend pottery[227]. A mucilage can be manufactured from the gummy sap[229]. No further details are given, it is assumed that this mucilage is a gum[K]. In suitable climates the plant is grown as a hedge[82]. Wood - heavy, hard, durable, close-grained. Used for posts, agricultural implements, woodenware etc[82, 227].

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