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Acacia amplicep (salt wattle, jila jila)

Climate

It thrives in warm to hot environments and is well-adapted to semi-arid to arid tropical regions. It can tolerate a wide range of conditions, including alkaline soil, high salinity, and waterlogged areas. This plant is typically found in areas with a rainfall ranging from 250 to 700 mm. It can grow at altitudes varying from low to moderate levels.

Common Name

Salt wattle

Description

Acacia amplicep, also known as salt wattle or jila jila, is a large dense shrub or small tree that thrives in warm to hot, semi-arid to arid tropical areas. It is a fast-growing plant that can tolerate alkaline, highly saline, and waterlogged conditions. The timber of Acacia amplicep is highly durable and can be used as fuel or for small-scale construction purposes. Additionally, it is heavily grazed by cattle.

Genus
Grouping
Pioneers
Latin Name

Acacia amplicep

Origin

Australia

Other Relevant Information

Other Relevant Information: - The salt wattle, also known as jila jila, is native to warm to hot, semi-arid to arid tropical areas. - It is a fast-growing shrub or small tree that can reach a height of 2-8 meters. - This plant is tolerant of alkaline, highly saline, and waterlogged conditions. - The timber of Acacia amplicep is suitable for use as fuel and may have potential for posts and small poles. - The wood of this plant is known to be very hard and tough, making it potentially useful for crafting purposes. - It is worth noting that Acacia amplicep is heavily grazed by cattle.

Related Genus
Soil Preferences

- Well-adapted to alkaline and highly saline soils - Tolerates waterlogged conditions

Specific species
Uses
Salt-tolerantCraft woodGrazing-tolerant
Suitability to cool temperate climate

A large dense shrub or small tree, (2-8 m), for warm to hot, semi - arid to arid tropical areas (rainfall 250 - 700 mm). Fast growing and tolerates alkaline, highly saline and waterlogged conditions. Timber is good as fuel and has some potential for posts and small poles. A very hard and tough wood it may have craft wood potential. It is heavily grazed by cattle.