Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Vachellia

Species:

Vachellia gerrardii

USDA Symbol:

VAGE2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, mammals, butterflies

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts after fire; fire may stimulate seed germination.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Commonly found in savanna regions; adapts to arid conditions.

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Warm stratification required — 30–90 days

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy.