Where can you see the Scented-pod Thorn in South Africa?

The Scented-pod Thorn is most recorded in KwaZulu-Natal (33% of records), Limpopo (27% of records), North West (16% of records), based on 932 iNaturalist observations. 7 places to stay on Spekboom have recorded the Scented-pod Thorn on site or nearby.

When is the best time to see the Scented-pod Thorn?

Sightings of the Scented-pod Thorn peak from Mar to Apr, based on 932 iNaturalist records. You may still see it outside those months, sightings are just less frequent.

What is the Scented-pod Thorn?

Vachellia nilotica (commonly known as gum arabic tree , babul , thorn mimosa , Egyptian acacia or thorny acacia ) is a tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. It is also currently an invasive species of significant concern in Australia.

Trees & flora

Scented-pod Thorn

Vachellia nilotica

Vachellia nilotica (commonly known as gum arabic tree , babul , thorn mimosa , Egyptian acacia or thorny acacia ) is a tree in the family Fabaceae.

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Trees & flora

Scented-pod Thorn

Vachellia nilotica

Vachellia nilotica (commonly known as gum arabic tree , babul , thorn mimosa , Egyptian acacia or thorny acacia ) is a tree in the family Fabaceae.

from Wikipedia

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Most records Mar to Apr

When Scented-pod Thorn sightings peak, from open records. Outside these months it is seen less often, not never.

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Records932 records

Curve from 932 national iNaturalist observations, not from one property. Single-month spikes are discarded as upload artefacts, and below 50 records we show no curve at all.

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KwaZulu-Natal and beyond

Provinces where Scented-pod Thorn is most recorded. Tap one to find places to stay.

932 records, iNaturalist