Wattle Nationalism

Libby Robin

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    Abstract

    Like patriotism, wattle can be approached in a number of ways. The idea of wattle symbolising a fair and equal Australia has underpinned most bids for its nomination as our national flower. The plant is geographically inclusive, with over 1000 indigenous species distributed across the continent, including Tasmania. Wattles grow well in the tropics, the temperate zone and the arid interior. However, above all it was probably the fact that wattles were prominent and attractive in the damaged landscapes of central goldfields Victoria that gave them sentimental appeal at a crucial time in the late nineteenth century.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages4pp
    No.January 2008
    Specialist publicationNational Library of Australia News
    Publication statusPublished - 2008

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