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The Umbrella Thorn (Vachellia tortilis), a large deciduous tree from the Fabaceae family, is native to a wide range of countries across Africa, including Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Burkina Faso, and many others. Umbrella Thorn (Latin: Vachellia tortilis, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Umbrella Thorn is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Umbrella Thorn is a member of the Fabaceae family native to ALG, ANG, BOT, BKN, CPP, and CPV. Umbrella Thorn thrives in full sun and prefers well-draining soil that can be light (sandy) or medium.
Umbrella Thorn 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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