Acacia Tortilis (Umbrella Thorn)

Acacia tortilis, commonly known as the Umbrella Thorn, is one of East Africa's most iconic indigenous trees. Its distinctive flat-topped, umbrella-shaped canopy is a defining feature of the savannah landscape. This remarkably drought-hardy tree is nitrogen-fixing, enriching the soil naturally. It provides excellent shade and windbreak cover for livestock, while its seed pods are a nutritious browse for both wild and domestic animals. A perfect choice for large estates, farm boundaries, wildlife gardens, and ecological restoration projects across drier Kenyan regions.