CAMELTHORN - (Vachellia erioloba) also known as Giraffe Thorn is a Hardwood from South Africa. Heartwood is dark reddish brown. Sapwood is yellow. Camelthorn was named for the seeds and pods that camels and giraffes (carefully) eat from this tree, despite its long thorns.
Considered a protected tree in South Africa, Camelthorn isn’t frequently available. It is sometimes sold as small turning squares and smaller craft blanks.
Uses include fence posts, firewood, turned objects, and other small specialty wood objects.
Considered a protected tree in South Africa, Camelthorn isn’t frequently available. It is sometimes sold as small turning squares and smaller craft blanks.
Uses include fence posts, firewood, turned objects, and other small specialty wood objects.