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Acacia farnesiana
Acacia
Scientific Name: Acacia farnesiana
Common Name(s): Acacia
Edible: yes
Medicinal: no
Parts Used: fruit, leaf
Rick
23 Jul, 2008
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Description: Acacia is a spreading, usually short tree with spines and alternate compound leaves. Its individual leaflets are small. Its flowers are ball-shaped, bright yellow, and very fragrant. Its bark is a whitish-gray color. Its fruits are dark brown and podlike.
Habitat and Distribution: Acacia grows in open, sunny areas. It is found throughout all tropical regions.
Note: There are about 500 species of acacia. These plants are especially prevalent in Africa, southern Asia, and Australia, but many species are found in the warmer and drier parts of America.
Edible Parts: Its young leaves, flowers, and pods are edible raw or cooked. |
Current Rating: 0.0000
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Locations Found
Australia
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