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Acacia schaffneri
Also called Schaffner's wattle, Schaffner's Acacia, Twisted Acacia
Vachellia schaffneri is a thorny, small tree (up to about 7.5 m) native to Mexico and southwestern Texas, valued for firewood, fencing and as forage for livestock. It grows well in hot, dry, sunny sites with well-drained soil.
Vachellia schaffneri, the twisted acacia or Schaffner's acacia, is a tree native to Mexico and the southwestern United States (Texas).
Vachellia schaffneri wood is used for fuel and fences. The wood makes very good firewood. It is used for cooking.
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