Flame Thorn Acacia

Vachellia flava, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerWindbreakShade ProviderPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (fruiting)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sweet Thorn AcaciaVachellia karroo

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Suarez BaobabAdansonia suarezensis

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Fencepost AloeAloe peglerae

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Thick-bark ThornVachellia pachyphloia

Closely related Vachellia species exhibit strong intrageneric competition for resources

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationWindbreakShade TreeFodder

Edible Parts

PodsSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Bark Decoctions

Common Questions

What zones does Flame Thorn Acacia grow in?

Flame Thorn Acacia grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Flame Thorn Acacia a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Flame Thorn Acacia is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Flame Thorn Acacia?

Good companions for Flame Thorn Acacia include Sweet Thorn Acacia, Suarez Baobab, Fencepost Aloe.

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