Acacia senegal

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Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let cool in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Native to: Central African Repu, India, Oman, Pakistan

Native

Introduced

Acacia senegalAcacia senegal

Gum Acacia, Gum Arabic Tree

In Stock: 6.9 lb (Total:6.9lb)

Acacia senegal

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6.9 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

3,366

Quantity:

6.9 lb

Collected in:

India
New Delhi

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836153

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England (Great Britain and Northern Ireland), United Kingdom

Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let cool in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Native to: Central African Repu, India, Oman, Pakistan

Native

Introduced

Discover the remarkable Acacia senegal, commonly known as Gum Acacia or Gum Arabic Tree, a small deciduous miracle originating from the semi-desert landscapes of Sub-Saharan Africa, Oman, Pakistan, and India's western coast. This fascinating tree thrives with adaptability and yields the precious gum arabic, essential in culinary, cosmetic, and industrial applications. Revered as Sudan's pride, "hashab gum," it's the epitome of quality, overshadowing its lesser counterpart from Red Acacia.

Reaching heights of 15-40 ft, Acacia senegal's economic influence is profound, producing 200-300 grams of gum per tree. Embraced by Rajasthan's Chauhatan region, this is termed Kummat locally. Beyond gum, its foliage, cherished by livestock, enriches agriculture by nitrogen fixation, fostering crop rotation in nutrient-deficient soils.

A traditional healer, it reputedly aids ailments from coughs to leprosy. Its robust roots and bark lend themselves to crafting ropes, while the dense wood finds utility in tool handles and firewood. With drought resilience, it beautifies landscapes from Senegal to India, offering erosion control and ecological benefits across diverse habitats.

Incorporate this wonder into agroforestry systems, where it revitalizes soil, supporting intercropping and combating desertification. Gum Acacia, with its myriad uses and ecological significance, stands as a testament to nature's ingenuity and versatility.