Is Porknut safe for pets?

Yes, Porknut (Vachellia Macracantha) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Porknut easy to care for?

Porknut has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun light.

Can Porknut grow indoors?

Porknut is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Porknut (Vachellia Macracantha) is a perennial tree in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Vachellia macracantha is a tree species in the Fabaceae family, native from southern Florida to South America, sometimes cultivated for its tannins and fuel.

Last updated: February 2026

Porknut

Vachellia Macracantha

Vachellia macracantha is a tree species in the Fabaceae family, native from southern Florida to South America, sometimes cultivated for its tannins and fuel.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, erosion control, fuel source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Porknut

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae

Genus:Vachellia