🌳 Babul
✅ Native

Babul

Vachellia nilotica · Fabaceae

Also known as: Kikar

Nitrogen-fixing; gum, tannin, fuelwood and fodder; a keystone of dry thorn-forest and a native replacement for invasive Prosopis

🗺️ Native range in India: Native thorn forest of the drier plains

Why Babul is a great native choice

  • Nitrogen-fixing
  • gum, tannin, fuelwood and fodder
  • a keystone of dry thorn-forest and a native replacement for invasive Prosopis
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Frequently asked questions

Is Babul native to India?

Yes. Babul (Vachellia nilotica) is native to India. Nitrogen-fixing; gum, tannin, fuelwood and fodder; a keystone of dry thorn-forest and a native replacement for invasive Prosopis

What are the benefits of Babul?

Key benefits include: Nitrogen-fixing; gum, tannin, fuelwood and fodder; a keystone of dry thorn-forest and a native replacement for invasive Prosopis.

Should I plant Babul?

Yes, Babul is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R8, R13. See full references.

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