Acacia Nilotica (Mgunga)

Acacia nilotica is a thorny, almost evergreen tree that can grow to be 20-25 meters tall. It has linear, flattened, narrow indehiscent pods that are 4-22 cm long and 1-2 cm wide, dark brown to grey in color, and smooth or velvety. 8 to 15 elliptical, flattened bean-shaped black seeds are found in each pod. It helps to lower fevers and control excessive bleeding. The medicinal herb is used to cure skin diseases, coughs, and tooth decay. Acacia nilotica is also used to treat diabetes and is frequently used to fight infections of all kinds.