Acacia xanthophloea

The Fever Tree (Acacia xanthophloea) is a member of the very large genus, Acacia, consisting of many very unique trees. The Fever Tree is no doubt unusual, it's bark is a greenish yellow with a powdery coating. There is a reason for it's unusual color, it actually conducts photosynthesis in the bark, an extraordinary adaptation . The tree is native to Africa and can be found in many regions world wide due to it's ability to adapt to different conditions. It is typically grown in warmer environments, but developed trees can easily survive frosts making this tree a useful landscaping tree for many climates. It has compounded leaves, like many other Acacia species, as well as long spines.

This is a picture of the bark, it is uneven and has a coarse texture. The powder covering the bark is easily wiped off with one's finger.