The climate preferred by Acacia harpophylla is semi-tropical to warm temperate, with altitudes ranging from 120 to 330 meters. It thrives in areas with rainfall between 300 to 750 millimeters.
Brigalow
Acacia harpophylla, commonly known as brigalow or spearwood, is a tree native to eastern Australia. It can reach heights of 12 to 24 meters and is well-suited to heavy clay soils, including those that are alkaline or saline. The wood of this tree is hard, heavy, and strong, making it ideal for various purposes such as fuel, posts, and poles. It also has a fine finish for turnery and cabinet making. Additionally, Acacia harpophylla provides shade, shelter, and has ornamental value.
Acacia harpophlia
Australia
Other Relevant Information: - Found in the brigalow belt, a region of Australia known for its fertile soils - Provides habitat and food for various wildlife species, including birds and insects - Can withstand periods of drought and is adapted to survive in arid conditions - Has deep roots that help stabilize soil and prevent erosion - Plays a role in nitrogen fixation, contributing to soil fertility - Has cultural significance for Indigenous Australian communities - Has been used in land rehabilitation and reforestation efforts
This plant prefers heavy clay soils, often highly alkaline or saline.
A 12 - 24 m tree which forms suckers and is tolerant of heavy clay soils, often highly alkaline or saline. It is native to semi - tropical and warm temperate areas of eastern Australia, at altitudes of 120 - 330 m and rainfall of 300 - 750 mm. The wood is hard, heavy, elastic and strong, ideal as fuel (good charcoal), posts, poles and gives a fine finish for turnery and cabinet making. It splits easily and the heartwood resists decay and termites. A good tree for shade, shelter and is an attractive ornamental. Naturally occurring companions include: Eucalyptus cambageana, Eucalyptus populnea, Eucalyptus microthecas Acacia cambagei, Acacia excelsa, Acacia pendula, Casuarina cristata, Terminalia oblongata, Brachytiton rupestris, Geijera parviflora and Helerodendrum diversifolium.