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bullhorn acacia

Vachellia cornigera

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Vachellia

About

Vachellia cornigera, commonly known as Bullhorn Acacia (family Fabaceae), is a swollen-thorn tree native to Mexico and Central America. The common name of "bullhorn" refers to the enlarged, hollowed-out, swollen thorns (technically called stipular spines) that occur in pairs at the base of leaves, and resemble the horns of a steer. In Yucatán (one region where the bullhorn acacia thrives) it is called "subín", in Panamá the locals call them "cachito" (little horn). The tree grows...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bullhorn acacia?
The scientific name of bullhorn acacia is Vachellia cornigera.
What kingdom does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does bullhorn acacia belong to?
bullhorn acacia belongs to the genus Vachellia.