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Senegalia mellifera is a common thorn tree in Africa. The name mellifera refers to its sweet-smelling blossoms and honey. Its lumber turns pitch black when oiled. Common names of the tree include Blackthorn and Swarthaak (Afrikaans). It is listed as being not threatened.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Hookthorn en Black thorn
