Black Monkey Thorn Tree
Also known as
Senegalia burkei
Taxonomy
Senegalia burkei
Senegalia
Fabaceae
Fabales

How to care for Black Monkey Thorn Tree

How often to water your Black Monkey Thorn Tree

every 9
Black Monkey Thorn Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in New York.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
New York, New York
30% Very Low

Growing Black Monkey Thorn Tree in New York right now
Plant growth potential is currently low đ
February 1st, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ânet radiationâ in New York is currently low đ.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determinâŠ
Sunlight will increase by 40.2% âïž
January 31st, 2023
New York is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in New York is expected to increase by 40.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 9.1 megajoules of energy per m2 âŠ
Daylight will increase by 1.1 hours đ
February 1st, 2023
This month, New York is getting an average of 6.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 12% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.4 total hours of daylâŠ
Finding light for Black Monkey Thorn Tree in your home

a window
Black Monkey Thorn Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in New York â .
Black Monkey Thorn Tree does not tolerate low-light đ«.

How to fertilize Black Monkey Thorn Tree

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Black Monkey Thorn Tree after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
When to repot Black Monkey Thorn Tree
Is this a good time of year to repot? No âł
January 30th, 2023
The growing potential in New York is low đ.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repoâŠ

Black Monkey Thorn Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Black Monkey Thorn Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Black Monkey Thorn Tree
Black Monkey Thorn Tree
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in New York, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
