Acacia implexa

Acacia implexa, commonly referred to as hickory wattle or lightwood, is a vigorous native tree distributed across eastern Australia from Queensland's Atherton Tableland through to Western Victoria.

This versatile species reaches heights exceeding 10 metres in optimal conditions and demonstrates remarkable soil adaptability.

With its striking resemblance to the more familiar blackwood, lightwood serves multiple landscape purposes—from stabilising eroded soils and controlling erosion to providing elegant screening and ornamental value.

The species thrives across diverse soil types, making it an excellent choice for both functional and aesthetic plantings in Australian gardens and restoration projects.