Acacia gerrardii (Grey-Haired Acacia Red Thorn)

Acacia gerrardii, commonly known as Grey-Haired Acacia or Red Thorn, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to Africa. It has a distinctive appearance with gnarled branches covered in grey-felted hairs and sharp thorns. The tree produces beautiful golden-yellow flowers in clusters, attracting bees and butterflies. It is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soils.