Typically grows into a medium-sized shrub or small tree reaching 4 to 6 meters (13 to 20 feet) tall. It features a dark, heavily twisted trunk and upright branching.
Armed with extremely sharp, stiff white thorns measuring up to 2 cm long.
Requires absolute full sun exposure.
Featuring a striking contrast between yellowish sapwood and dark, reddish-grained heartwood, the timber is prized for specialized furniture making, tool handles, and artisanal turnery.
