Senegalia polyacantha - White-stem thorn

Senegalia polyacantha

White-stem thorn

A fast-growing feature tree that is ideal for clay, loamy, well-drained soils.

Description

Commonly called “White thorn”, this semi-hardy, deciduous tree can be planted as an individual specimen or as an attractive avenue tree.

It is a host plant to the larvae of many moth species and will add value to your garden landscape all year round.  Many people believe its wood has both medicinal and magical properties.

  • Young trees need to be protected from frost
  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -3.9°c
  • Estimated height: 8-15m
  • Estimated width: 4-10m
  • Drought-resistant
  • Ornamental tree

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Senegalia polyacantha
Common Name
White-stem thorn
Also Known As
Witdoring
SA Tree No​
180
Tree Type
Deciduous
Attracts
Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features
Flowering Season
Spring, Summer
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System
Aggressive
Soil Type
Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees

Size
Height
Trunk Thickness
20L
1.0m – 1.2m
5mm – 15mm
40L
1.3m – 1.8m
12mm – 20mm
50L
1.3m – 1.9m
15mm – 25mm
100L
1.8m – 2.5m
20mm – 30mm
250L
2.5m – 4.0m
30mm – 50mm
500L
4.0m – 7.0m
50mm – 120mm
1000L
6.0m – 10.0m
80mm – 120mm
E.O.G
5.0m – 12.0m
Variable

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