Large tree, rounded crown, feathery foliage, corky light tan bark which becomes smoother and darker with age. Cream to...
Senegalia galpinii (formerly acacia)
Monkey thorn, Apiesdoring
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Species: Summary
Large tree, rounded crown, feathery foliage, corky light tan bark which becomes smoother and darker with age. Cream to light yellow flowers, reddish brown, flat pods, shiny brown, short hooked, paired thorns.
Written by Gail Dreyer
Published on January 23, 2017
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Description
Large tree, rounded crown, feathery foliage, corky light tan bark which becomes smoother and darker with age. Cream to light yellow flowers, reddish brown, flat pods, shiny brown, short hooked, paired thorns.
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, wooded grasslands and near streams.
Use in Landscape
Feature tree to be used in large open areas such as parks but also traffic islands, along roads in estates where there is enough space for the tree to grow (not too close to the road). The extensive root system may damage walls, paving and driveways.
Species Dimensions
Height: 3m - 18m
Width: 1m - 18m
References
Braam van Wyk, Piet van Wyk, Ben-Erik van Wyk. 2000. Photographic guide to Trees of Southern Africa. Briza
Pitta Joffe, Tinus Oberholtzer.2012 (Second Edition.) Creative Gardening with Indigenous Plants. A South African Guide. Briza