Vachellia arenaria, commonly known as Sand Acacia, is a thorny shrub or small tree native to arid regions of southern Africa, often found on sandy soils. It is characterized by its fine, feathery foliage and characteristic acacia thorns.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sand Acacia (Vachellia arenaria)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Vachellia |
| Species | Vachellia arenaria |
Similar in genus Vachellia