Acacia penninervis (Mountain Hickory Wattle)

Acacia penninervis, commonly known as mountain hickory wattle, or blackwood, is a perennial shrub or tree is an Acacia belonging to subgenus Phyllodineae, that is native to eastern Australia. DC. Acacia impressa Lindl.

🌍 Origin and Distribution of Acacia penninervis

• Scientific name: Acacia penninervis
• Common names: Mountain Hickory Wattle, Blackwood
• Native to: Eastern Australia
• Grows naturally in forests and rocky areas including New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

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🌳 Description of Acacia penninervis

• A bushy shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 meters tall.
• Belongs to the Fabaceae (legume) family.
• Has narrow, elongated leaves (called phyllodes).
• Produces small yellow flowers in round clusters, typically blooming in spring and summer.
• Dark brown bark, rough texture.

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🧬 Traditional Use and Health Benefits of Acacia penninervis

1. Fish stunning: Aboriginal Australians traditionally used the bark and sometimes leaves to stun fish. They crushed and threw them into waterholes; the fish would float to the surface, making them easy to catch.
2. Not toxic: The bark and leaves are not poisonous, but contain astringent compounds (which give a dry, puckering taste).
3. Tannins: The bark is rich in tannins, which are known for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
4. Wound care (folk use): Some communities may have used the bark extract for minor cuts and skin infections due to its astringent nature.
5. Wood: The wood is valued for being hard and durable, used in tool handles and fencing.

📍 In India or Hindi Name

• Not native to India, so it doesn’t have a widely known Hindi name.
• Sometimes included under the general category of “Babool” or “Acacia”, but it is different from Indian species like Acacia nilotica.