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Vachellia tortilis (Acacia tortilis)

by Johan Wentzel

Vachellia tortilis (Acacia tortilis)
Common Name
Umbrella thorn
Plant Type
Tree
This is the typical Acacia associated with the African savannah. It is a little slow growing but worth the wait as it develops a beautiful umbrella shape.
Plant Description

Vachellia tortilis  is the typical thorn tree associated with the African savannah. It is a little slow growing but worth the wait as it develops a beautiful umbrella shape or flat crown. It is an indicator of sweet veld and has a preference for deep soils.

Vachellia tortilis can also be planted in smaller gardens as it rarely grows into a very big tree. Attracts birds and butterflies to the garden.

Afrikaanse Naam
Haak-en-steek
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Early summer
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Upright
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
7m
Region
Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West
Habitat
Grassland, Savannah
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes

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