Faidherbia Albida 600lt

Faidherbia Albida 600lt
Common Name: Ana Tree, Winter Thorn

Full Sun
Moderate Watering
Drought Tolerant once established
Indigenous

Sizes Available:

200lt : +-3m Tall
400lt : 3-4m Tall
600lt : 4-6m Tall

Faidherbia albida is a unique, hardy, deciduous tree with an unusual growth pattern, making it one of Africa’s most remarkable species.

Growth Habit: Large deciduous tree with a spreading, umbrella-shaped crown.
Height & Spread: 15–25 m tall, wide canopy ideal for shade.
Foliage: Fine, grey-green leaves; unusual in that the tree is in leaf during the dry winter months and leafless in summer.
Flowers: Small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers borne in elongated spikes.
Fruit: Coiled, orange to reddish-brown pods that are an important fodder source for livestock and wildlife.
Position: Full sun.
Watering: Extremely drought-hardy; thrives in arid and semi-arid regions.
Soil: Tolerates poor soils, even sandy or alkaline conditions.
Wildlife: Flowers attract bees, while pods provide fodder for livestock, antelope, and elephants. Birds also use the tree for shelter.
Uses: Excellent shade tree, fodder source, and soil improver (nitrogen-fixing species). Ideal for farms, game lodges, and large landscapes.