Senegalia galpinii
Monkey-thorn
A fantastic indigenous focal tree with a good wind tolerance.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Senegalia galpinii |
Common Name | Monkey-thorn |
Also Known As | |
SA Tree No | 166 |
Tree Type | Deciduous |
Attracts | Birds, Bees, Butterflies |
Features | Shade Tree, Fodder Tree |
Flowering Season | Spring |
Focal | Yes |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Summer |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy |
Suitable Garden Size | Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
General Pricing
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Description
A breathtaking feature tree with a large, spreading, canopy that’s suited for a large garden with an adequate amount of space. Its large, black, hooked thorns make it an excellent security hedge. Its flowers attract birds, bees, wasps and butterflies. Non-edible fruit produces in Summer and cream-coloured flowers blossom in Spring.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -4°c
- Estimated height: 8-30m
- Estimated width:
- Drought-resistant
- Good wind tolerance