Vachellia sieberiana - Paperbark thorn

Vachellia sieberiana

Paperbark thorn

A fodder tree that attracts both livestock and game animals.

Description

A delightful drought-resistant tree that’s suitable for large gardens, and parks and can be used as a feature tree to show off its spectacular shop by being planted on its own.  This sophisticated tree may lose its thorns over time.

This beauty used to be known as Acacia sieberiana, but these plants are now thought of as distinct.  Bee farmers love placing beehives in this tree and many bees feed on its flowers.

  • Young trees need to be protected from frost
  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -9°c
  • Estimated height: 6-12m
  • Estimated width: 5-7m
  • Good wind tolerance
  • Edible fruit

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Vachellia sieberiana
Common Name
Paperbark thorn
Also Known As
Papierbasdoring
SA Tree No​
187
Tree Type
Semi-Deciduous
Attracts
Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features
Shade Tree, Fodder Tree, Rocky Area
Flowering Season
Spring
Focal
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System
Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size
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

Related Products