Scientific Data

• Babool tree is also known as Vachellia nilotica (formerly known as Acacia nilotica).

• It is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae, native to Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent, and found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Physical Appearance

• The Babool tree, or Vachellia nilotica, is a thorny tree that can grow up to 20 meters in height.

• It has dark brown bark, feathery leaves, and produces small, yellow flowers that are followed by brown seed pods.

Importance & Usage

• The tree is highly valued for its ecological, economic, and medicinal properties.

• The Babool tree is a good source of timber, fuelwood, and fodder for livestock.

• In addition, it plays a crucial role in the ecosystem by helping to prevent soil erosion, improving soil fertility, and supporting biodiversity.

• The tree is also used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments, including diarrhea, fever, and skin diseases.

• Its bark, leaves, and pods have been found to possess antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties.

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