Acacia farnesiana (طلح الفتنة)

Acacia farnesiana, locally known as طلح الفتنة, is a small to medium-sized desert tree or shrub known for its sweet-scented yellow flowers and resilience in arid conditions. Popular in traditional and ecological landscaping, it is widely used for hedging, windbreaks, and attracting pollinators in desert environments.

Benefits of Acacia farnesiana (طلح الفتنة)

• Produces fragrant yellow flowers, rich in nectar
• Thrives in hot, dry, and saline soils
• Used as a natural hedge or barrier plant
• Fixes nitrogen and improves soil fertility
• Supports biodiversity and native bee populations

Care Tips for Acacia farnesiana

• Light: Requires full sun for best growth
• Watering: Very low water needs after establishment
• Soil: Grows in sandy, rocky, or poor soils
• Pruning: Can be shaped or trimmed for form or function
• Fertilizer: Not needed; naturally adapted to harsh conditions