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Shittim Wood, known botanically as Vachellia seyal and belonging to the Fabaceae family, is native to arid regions of Mauritania, Algeria, Benin, and Burkina Faso. Shittim Wood (Latin: Vachellia seyal, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Shittim Wood is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Shittim Wood is a member of the Fabaceae family native to ALG, BEN, BKN, BUR, and CMN. Shittim Wood thrives in full sun and is adaptable to both dry and moist conditions.
Shittim Wood grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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