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Prickly acacia (Acacia nilotica ssp. indica) (Nox)

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Scientific name:Acacia nilotica ssp. indica L.

Common Name:

Prickly acacia

Status:

Declared
Noxious weed. The Agriculture Victoria website has information about the noxious weed classification of this species.

Habitat:

Prefer tropical and subtropical climates. Found in woody grasslands and savannas. In northern Australia, found in Mitchell grasslands. Occurs on a wide range of soil types (DNRE 2004).

Related Links

Information on Prickly acacia on the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment's website (external link).
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