Prickly Moses (Acacia Verticillata) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Acacia verticillata is a thorny, evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown that can grow up to 10 meters tall.

Prickly Moses

Prickly Moses

Acacia Verticillata

Acacia verticillata is a thorny, evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown that can grow up to 10 meters tall.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, ornamental, nitrogen fixer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prickly Moses

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Acacia