Acacia brownii is known as Prickly Moses, which is probably a
corruption of Prickly Mimosa. This common name is applied to a number of small
wattles with prickly foliage. Acacia brownii occurs in Victoria, New
South Wales and Queensland. When not in flower it is a small inconspicuous
plant with narrow prickly foliage. From late winter to early spring the plant
becomes alive with golden yellow flower heads. A useful plant for cultivating
in shrubberies and low informal hedges. Acacia
brownii is one of seven acacia species that are native to Yallaroo. In the
years since grazing animals have been removed the Prickly Moses and many other
native shrubs are regenerating in large numbers. Propagate from seed.