Acacia hebeclada ssp. chobiensis Bonsai Seeds - Chobe Candle Thorn - Beautiful Hardy Indigenous

Acacia hebeclada ssp. chobiensis Seeds

Common Names: Chobe Candle Thorn; Chobe Trassiedoring

Acacia is a large genus, in the Fabaceae family, that contains over 1200 species of trees and shrubs from warm climates. Some are deciduous but most are evergreen. Over 700 species are native to Australia. There are 40 species, subspecies and varieties of Acacia indigenous to South Africa. They range from low-growing shrubs to tall trees and many have been introduced to other countries for economic and ornamental purposes. Acacias are also common in tropical and subtropical Africa; most African species are characterized by vicious spines and referred to as ‘thorn trees’. The name Acacia is derived from "akis" meaning a point or barb. The flowers, ranging from deep golden yellow to cream or white, and crowded into globular heads or cylindrical spikes, are often fragrant and produce abundant, bee-attracting pollen. The fruit of Acacias are either round or flattened pods. They do well in most parts of South Africa, and resist all but the severest frosts. Many of them make suitable bonsai candidates. The hard coated seeds remain viable for up to 30 years. They should be treated by heating and soaking for germination in spring. In cultivation many species are fast-growing but short-lived (10-15 years). They do best in full sun and well-drained soil. Some will take part-shade. Prune to shape after their flowers have fallen.

Acacia hebeclada ssp. chobiensis is only found growing naturally along the banks of the Okavango, Linyanti, Chobe and upper Zambezi rivers. It is a drooping shrub or tree with erect seed pods, hence the common name. The drooping nature of this Acacia makes it a perfect bonsai for the cascade style. In Botswana there are reports of increasing numbers of elephants causing degradation of Acacia stands along the Chobe especially in the dry season.

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