Vachellia karroo - Sweet thorn

Vachellia karroo

Sweet thorn

A pioneer plant suitable for medium to large gardens and farms.

Description

A versatile ornamental tree that can be used as a hedge plant and is suited for large gardens and farms.  Great for bee farmers as its flowers produce tons of nectar and pollen and its honey has a satisfying flavour.

Its green to brown pods are often eaten by livestock and wildlife and their seeds can be cooked to make a coffee substitute.

This timber can be used to make posts and pens and it’s also a valuable source of fuel-wood and charcoal.  Often used as an indicator of water.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -7°c
  • Estimated height: 8-20m
  • Estimated width: 4-8m
  • Drought-resistant

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Vachellia karroo
Common Name
Sweet thorn
Also Known As
Soetdoring
SA Tree No​
172
Tree Type
Semi-Deciduous
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies
Features
Shade Tree, Wind Break, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season
Summer
Focal
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System
Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size
Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun

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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