Acacia confusa

Formosa koa, small Philippine acacia, yanangi (Palau)

• Family Fabaceae (Mimosoideae).
• Native to Taiwan and the Philippines.
• Used in Hawaii and Guam for reforestation and watershed protection. Common as an ornamental.
• Weed Risk Assessment Score: 10 (HIGH RISK) NOT RECOMMENDED for introduction to new areas in Hawaii or the Pacific. Chemical control methods available from Weeds of Hawaii's Pastures and Natural Areas.

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