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acacia

Scientific Name: Acacia ligulata

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

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Acacia

The genus Acacia (pronounced /&#601&#712ke&#618&#643&#601/ or /&#601&#712ke&#618si&#601/) belongs to the legume family, Fabaceae.

Common names include thorn trees and shittah trees.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some Acacia species are known as thorn trees.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Fabaceae (legume family)
  • Vachellia nilotica is a taxonomic synonym for Acacia nilotica.
  • Common names associated with Acacia nilotica include gum arabic tree, Babul/Kikar, Egyptian thorn, and Sant tree.

Distribution and Habitat

Acacia species are found in warm and tropical regions across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. The vast majority of species are found in Australia, but the given text does not contain this information.

Ecological Role

Acacia mangium is mentioned as a major plantation species in the humid tropical lowlands of Asia. It is noted for its vigorous growth rate and tolerance of highly degraded soils.