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Long-Leaved Wattle

About Long-Leaved Wattle

Long-Leaved Wattle is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Long-Leaved Wattle belongs to the Acacia genus, and is native to Australia.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Acacia longifolia

Genus

Acacia

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

Also known as

Acacia trinervis, Aroma doble, Golden wattle, Coast wattle, Sallow wattle and Sydney golden wattle

How to care for Long-Leaved Wattle

💦 Water

How often to water your Long-Leaved Wattle

Long-Leaved Wattle needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Long-Leaved Wattle in your home

Long-Leaved Wattle love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Long-Leaved Wattle does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Long-Leaved Wattle in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Long-Leaved Wattle

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Long-Leaved Wattle: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Long-Leaved Wattle after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Long-Leaved Wattle prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Long-Leaved Wattle requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Long-Leaved Wattle can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.