western coastal wattle
Namewestern coastal wattle
Species NameAcacia cyclops
Common NameWestern Coastal Wattle
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Container TypeNot Applicable
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Foliage Typephyllodes
Height (cm)0
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot Applicable
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesThe most striking feature is the bright red aril surrounding the black seeds within the opened seed pods, which aids in seed dispersal and is characteristic of this species.
Description
This image displays the distinctive seed pods of the Western Coastal Wattle, *Acacia cyclops*, a native Australian shrub or small tree, not a bonsai specimen. The curved, light brown pods are splitting open to reveal shiny black seeds, each partially encased in a vibrant red aril.
