Vachellia nilotica subsp. subalata
(Vatke) Kyal. & Boatwr.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaVachellia nilotica subsp. subalata is a perennial tree native to Africa, India and Pakistan. Its uses include forage and wood. A common name for it is kauria babul.
Description
A tropical tree occurring at 2,000 m elevation in Kenya, belonging to the Fabaceae family (formerly classified as Mimosaceae).
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Edible Uses
Gum is harvested and used as food.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It occurs at 2,000 m above sea level in Kenya.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Pakistan, Somalia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda,
Notes
There are about 1,350 Acacia species. Over 1,000 occur in Australia. Also as Mimosaceae.
Synonyms
Acacia nilotica subsp. subalata (Vatke) BrenanAcacia subalata Vatke
Also Known As
Kauria babul
References (2)
- Maundu, P. et al, 1999, Traditional Food Plants of Kenya. National Museum of Kenya. p 43 (As Acacia nilotica subsp. subalata)
- Palmer, E and Pitman, N., 1972, Trees of Southern Africa. Vol. 2. A.A. Balkema, Cape Town p 700 (As Acacia nilotica subsp. subalata)
