Vachellia nilotica subsp. tomentosa

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Egyptian mimosa

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Other common names

Egyptian thorn, gum arabic tree, gum arabic

Synonyms

Acacia arabica
Acacia nilotica subsp. tomentosa

Botanical Details

Family
Fabaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
A genus of flowering trees, shrubs and climbers found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world with divided foliage, spiny at the base, and spherical yellow or creamy-white flowers
Name Status
Correct