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Umbrella Thorn Acacia

Acacia tortillis

Description:

"The tree carries leaves that grow to approx. 2.5 cm (1 in) in length with between 4 and 10 pair of pinnae each with up to 15 pairs of leaflets. Flowers are small and white, highly aromatic, and occur in tight clusters." ~wiki

Habitat:

rocky or sandy wadis, common in South Sinai

Notes:

Traditionally, Bedouin use this tree for fodder, firewood and charcoal, shelter, and to make household items such as bowls for milking camels and tent ropes. It is also used in tanning goat skins.

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Bernadette S
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Bernadette S

Egypt

Spotted on Oct 5, 2013
Submitted on Oct 5, 2013

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