{"product_id":"acacia-nilotica-seeds-vachellia-5-gum-arabic-tree-seeds-drought-tolerant-thorny-acacia-exotic-bonsai-or-ornamental-tree","title":"Acacia nilotica Seeds (Vachellia) – 5 Gum Arabic Tree Seeds | Drought-Tolerant | Thorny Acacia | Exotic Bonsai or Ornamental Tree","description":"5 fresh, non-GMO Acacia nilotica \/ Vachellia nilotica seeds, carefully hand-packed and ideal for ornamental growing, bonsai training, or dry-climate landscaping.\n\nAbout this plant:\nKnown by many names—Babul, Egyptian Acacia, Gum Arabic Tree, or Thorn Mimosa—Acacia nilotica is a drought-tolerant, thorny tree native to Africa and South Asia. Valued for its fine, feathery foliage and rugged structure, it is often used in arid landscaping or as a bonsai subject. This hardy legume thrives in full sun and poor soils and is well-adapted to dry environments. Use caution when planting, as it can become invasive in some regions.\n\n \n\n✅ Botanical Name: Vachellia nilotica (syn. Acacia nilotica)\n\n✅ Common Names: Babul, Gum Arabic Tree, Egyptian Acacia, Thorny Acacia\n\n✅ Seed Count: 5 untreated, non-GMO seeds\n\n✅ Plant Type: Drought-tolerant, thorny tree\n\n✅ Growth Habit: Small to medium-sized tree (15–50 ft at maturity)\n\n✅ Foliage Type: Fine, bipinnate feathery leaves\n\n✅ Climate Needs: Dry, arid, tropical to subtropical zones\n\n✅ Soil Type: Tolerates poor, sandy or rocky soils\n\n✅ Sunlight: Full sun\n\n✅ Zones: USDA 9–11\n\n✅ Great For: Dry gardens, bonsai, xeriscaping, erosion control\n\n✅ Germination Tip: Scarify seed coat and soak in warm water for 12–24 hrs before sowing\n\n \n\nCommon Name: Babul \/ Thorn Mimosa \/ Gum Arabic Tree\n\nScientific Name: Vachellia nilotica (formerly Acacia nilotica)\n\nPlant Color: Green foliage with yellow puffball flowers\n\nFoliage Type: Bipinnate, finely divided\n\nSoil Type: Sandy, poor, rocky, well-drained\n\nSunlight: Full sun\n\nWatering: Very low once established\n\nLife Cycle: Perennial tree\n\nUSDA Zones: 9–11\n\nGermination Instructions: Scarify + soak; sow in warm soil; do not overwater","brand":"FaithFolkStudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51597886685505,"sku":null,"price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/617939bc-il_fullxfull.7606030418_do3y.jpg?v=1775959555","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/acacia-nilotica-seeds-vachellia-5-gum-arabic-tree-seeds-drought-tolerant-thorny-acacia-exotic-bonsai-or-ornamental-tree","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}