Vachellia nilotica, more commonly known as Acacia nilotica, and by the vernacular names of gum arabic tree, [5] babul, [6] thorn mimosa, Egyptian acacia or thorny acacia, [7] is a flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.

2024年10月19日 · The Acacia tree is a powerful symbol of immortality and resurrection in Egyptian mythology. It is often linked to the afterlife, representing the cyclical nature of existence. The tree’s ability to regenerate after being cut or damaged is seen as a metaphor for rebirth.

2021年8月20日 · The acacia tree was known in the ancient Egyptian language as SnDt, and it was of great importance on both the religious and secular levels. The sacred tree Horus was also associated with many goddesses such as Isis, Nephthys, and …

2025年1月11日 · In ancient Egyptian culture, the acacia tree was highly valued and played a prominent role in their mythology and rituals. The Egyptians believed that the acacia tree was sacred to the goddess Isis, who was associated with fertility, motherhood, and magic.

2024年11月6日 · The acacia tree was considered sacred and was believed to be the tree from which the first humans were created. It symbolized rebirth and renewal, reflecting the cyclical nature of life and the belief in resurrection.

2024年10月20日 · The Acacia tree, with its delicate yellow flowers and feathery leaves, holds a prominent place in various cultures around the world. Beyond its ecological benefits, this tree is steeped in rich mythological significance, serving as a …

2022年2月14日 · The acacia tree was renowned for its strength, hardiness, medical properties, and edibility. Its many useful applications gave it considerable importance in the Egyptian culture. There are many spells and utterances that mention Iusaaset and her sacred tree.

2015年7月12日 · Acacia, called shont, shonnet, shondj, or shondet in Egyptian (it is called sont in modern Arabic), is an attractive hardwood from which the ancient Egyptians built, among other things, boats, sarcophaguses, and furniture.

2019年6月4日 · One of the most famous representations of birds from ancient Egypt comes from the wall of Dynasty XII tomb of Khnumhotep II (no. 3) at Beni Hasan.

In Egypt, various taxa formerly placed in Acacia s.l., have been transferred to Acacia s.s., Acaciella, Senegalia, Parasenegalia and Vachellia. The present study is a contribution towards clarifying the nomenclatural status of all recorded species of Acacia and its segregate genera.