Seeds of the Acacia tree

The gum Arabic is a thorny tree, deciduous with a round crown, and it is one of the trees tolerant of harsh desert climatic conditions. It is widespread across a large area of the eastern coast of Africa and Asia. It has been known since ancient times for its medical uses, and it is used in the food industry, and it is an important source in the economy of producing countries. Scientific name: Sengalia Senegal. Other names: Acacia Senegal, Gum Acacia, Senegal Acacia. Family: Nilotica. Native habitat: East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Planting time: During the warm times of the year. Harvest time: Harvested after the rainy season by scraping it from the trunk and mature branches. Gum: The gum is viscous and extracted from the branches and trunk. Height: Can reach up to 6 meters. Leaves: Considered toxic, so livestock should avoid eating them. Soil: Grown best in moist, well-drained soil that is neutral to acidic. Sun exposure: Full exposure. Propagation: By seeds.