Schaffner's Acacia
NameSchaffner's Acacia
Species NameVachellia schaffneri
Common NameSchaffner's acacia
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)30
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresrough bark, thorns
Foliage Typecompound (bipinnate)
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesElongated, flattened seed pods; thorny branches; bipinnate foliage.
Description
This image displays a branch of a Schaffner's acacia tree, featuring its characteristic bipinnate leaves and prominent elongated, flattened seed pods. While the image itself is not of a bonsai specimen, the species *Vachellia schaffneri* is suitable for bonsai cultivation, known for its thorny branches and potential for developing interesting trunk characteristics.
