Vachellia cornigera (Bullhorn Acacia) - Image 1

Botanical names: Vachellia cornigera, Acacia cornigera

Common name: Bullhorn Acacia

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Central America, Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
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Vachellia cornigera (Bullhorn Acacia) grey bark and red thorn plant close up
Vachellia cornigera (Bullhorn Acacia) woody stem with sharp horns and a reddish growth.
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