Senegalia senegal
Senegalia Senegal
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You guessed wrong if you thought this plant is native to Senegal. Senegalia Senegal also known as Acacia Senegal or Gum Arabia is a plant found in the Sudan region of Africa. It is a tiny deciduous tree which has been used for pharmaceuticals, inks and adhesives for many years. It is used to treat, burns, fungal infections, rashes and even leprosy. Diarrhoea, bronchitis and bleeding can also be treated with this plant. It is also commonly used as an emulsifier to bind various pills and sweets and in drinks as a thickening agent.
