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The Gum Arabic Tree (Vachellia nilotica) is a shrub or small tree native to Morocco and found in full sun habitats with moist to medium-heavy clay soils. Gum Arabic Tree (Latin: Vachellia nilotica, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gum Arabic Tree is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gum Arabic Tree is a member of the Fabaceae family native to MA, ALG, ANG, ASS, BAN, and BEN. The Gum Arabic Tree thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be medium to heavy (clay).
Gum Arabic Tree grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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