| Botanical name | Acacia species |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Pruning Required Pruning Required – Needs to be Pruned.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | The flowers are small arranged in dense, globular or cylindrical clusters in shades of yellow, cream or white. |
| Common name(s) | Thorntree |
| Foliage | Most Acacia species bears foliage that are compound pinnate. |
| Planting instructions | Plant Acacia species in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. |
| Maintenance | Give a light prune after flowering. |
| Soil conditions | Well drained |
| Wildlife attractions | butterflies |
Acacia species (Thorntree)
- Botanical name: Acacia species
- Common name(s): Thorntree
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
Most Acacia species bears foliage that are compound pinnate. The flowers are small arranged in dense, globular or cylindrical clusters in shades of yellow, cream or white. Acacia species attracts butterflies and grows best in warm and dry conditions. Plant in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Give a light prune after flowering.
Family: Fabaceae
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: –
Acacia species requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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The flowers are small arranged in dense, globular or cylindrical clusters in shades of yellow, cream or white. 
Most Acacia species bears foliage that are compound pinnate.
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