| Botanical name | Acacia tortilis |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | January February October November December This tree bears clusters of creamy, white, scented flowers in summer. |
| Common name(s) | Umbrella Thorn |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | This tree bears dark green bipinnate, finely feathered foliage. |
| Uses in landscape design | A good shade and feature tree and for wildlife friendly gardens, attracting insects,birds and butterflies. |
| Drought tolerance | High |
| Soil conditions | Tolerates a variety of soil types |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Wildlife attractions | insectsbirdsbutterflies |
Acacia tortilis (Umbrella Thorn)
- Botanical name: Acacia tortilis
- Common name(s): Umbrella Thorn
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
Acacia tortilis has clusters of creamy, white flowers and dark green bipinnate, and finely feathered foliage. A good shade and feature tree and for wildlife friendly gardens, attracting insects,birds and butterflies.
Family: Fabaceae
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: –
Acacia tortilis requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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January February October November December This tree bears clusters of creamy, white, scented flowers in summer. 
This tree bears dark green bipinnate, finely feathered foliage.
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