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Acacia tortillis
"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
rocky or sandy wadis, common in South Sinai
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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