White Thorn Acacia
Vachellia constricta
White thorn acacia is good for naturalistic landscapes. Also try Acacia greggii. Note: previously classified as A. constricta.
THE BASICS
Type: Tree
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 5°F
Water: Very Low
Native to: Sonoran, Chihuahuan Deserts
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 10 feet
Mature Width: 15 feet
Mature Form: Multitrunked
FOLIAGE
Semievergreen
Color: Medium green
Texture: Fine
WILDLIFE
Birds
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Yellow puffballs
Season: spring, summer
COMMENTS
Litter: Moderate
Thorns: Medium
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert