BAILEY ACACIA

Acacia baileyana

FAMILY Fabaceae

SYNONYMS

ADDITIONAL COMMON NAMES

COOTAMUNDRA WATTLE

GOLDEN MIMOSA TREE

BAILEY'S WATTLE

BAILEY'S ACACIA

See: all Acacia

GENERAL INFO

This tall tree is known for its strong, straight trunk and wide, spreading canopy that provides ample shade. Its leaves are compound, consisting of several leaflets that turn a rich golden color in the fall. The tree produces smooth, oval nuts encased in a hard shell, which are popular with both wildlife and humans. It thrives in well-drained soils and can tolerate occasional flooding, making it versatile for various urban settings. Its deep root system helps stabilize the soil, reducing erosion. This tree is a great choice for parks and large landscapes where its size and beauty can be fully appreciated.
Native range: Eastern AustraliaPotential invasiveness: This plant is classified as potentially invasive in specific areas of California by the California Invasive Plant Council (Cal-IPC).Horticultural use: Screen

TREE CHARACTERISTICS

Tree Shape: RoundedMaximum Tree Height: 30 feetCanopy Width: 20-40 feetGrowth Rate: ~36 in/yearLeaf Arrangement and Leaf Form: Alternate, Bipinnately CompoundLeaf Shape: LinearLeaf color: Bluish Green or Silver or Gray GreenFlowers: Showy, FragrantFlower Color: YellowFlower Time: Winter or SpringFruit: Large Brown LegumeFruiting time: Fall, Winter or SummerBark Color: Dark Gray or Light Gray, Furrowed, SmoothLitter Type: Dry Fruit

SITE CONDITIONS

Recommended Planting Area: 4' to 7'Water Use Rating: LowSunset Climate Zone: 7 - 9, 13 - 24Shade Tolerance: NoUSDA Hardiness Zone: 8, 9, 10Soil Texture: Loam or Sand or ClaySoil pH: Slightly Acidic to Very AlkalineSalt Tolerance: Moderate

CONSIDERATIONS

Branch Strength: WeakRoot Damage Potential: ModeratePotential health issues: AllergyBiogenic Emissions: ModerateWildlife interactions: Attracts bees, birdsDisease and Pest susceptibility: Phytophthora and Invasive Shot Hole Borer, ThripDisease Resistance and Pest Resistance: Armillaria, Root RotUtility Friendly: NoWCISA Appraisal: Suggested LCANT 24" box, Suggested LCANT 24" box, Group Rating 3, Approx. cross sectional area 3.80 sq. in.

CITE THIS TREE

"SelecTree. UFEI. "Acacia baileyana Tree Record." 1995-2025. Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. Accessed on May 18, 2025."
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/16 >

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