Monkey Thorn

Acacia Galpinii

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Overview

The Monkey Thorn, Acacia galpinii, is a grand deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet high with a sprawling canopy. Renowned for its twisted thorns and lush foliage, it offers refreshing shade and fragrant, spherical yellow flower clusters. Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and moderate watering. Ideal for larger landscapes, its imposing presence and wildlife attraction add robust natural charm. Hardy in Zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11Climate Subtropical

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — is a grand deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet high with a sprawling canopy

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Renowned for its twisted thorns and lush foliage

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — it offers refreshing shade and fragrant

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — spherical yellow flower clusters

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and moderate watering

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Ideal for larger landscapes, its imposing presence and wildlife attraction add robust natural charm

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 75–90 Ft.
Mature width: 30–50 Ft.

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — is a grand deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet high with a sprawling canopy

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Renowned for its twisted thorns and lush foliage

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — it offers refreshing shade and fragrant

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — spherical yellow flower clusters

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and moderate watering

Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Ideal for larger landscapes, its imposing presence and wildlife attraction add robust natural charm

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