National Symbols
The golden wattle: national floral emblem
The golden wattle is Australia's national floral emblem. From it come Australia's national colours, green and gold, which are worn by Australian sporting teams. Wattle blooms widely across the country in spring.
Key facts
- ◆ The golden wattle is the national floral emblem of Australia.
- ◆ Australia's national colours, green and gold, come from the wattle.
- ◆ Green and gold are worn by Australia's national sporting teams.
- ◆ Wattle appears in the background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms.