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Acacia nilotica

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Acacia nilotica, also known as the babul tree, is a species of tree or shrub belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae). It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. This plant is recognized for yielding a type of gum arabic and tannins used in various industries. The leaves of acacias are typically feathery, composed of small, finely divided leaflets, though some species have modified leafstalks that perform photosynthesis. Their flowers are usually yellow and grow in clusters, giving them a fuzzy appearance due to numerous stamens.1

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  1. gum arabic tree
  2. acacia
  3. black acacia

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