Vachellia leucophloea, commonly known as Reonja, is a deciduous tree that grows at a moderate rate and is native to dry deciduous forests and thorn scrub areas across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. It typically attains a height of 15 to 25 meters with a canopy spread of up to 25 meters. The tree is characterized by a light gray, deeply fissured bark and a spreading crown that provides significant shade. It produces creamy white flowers during the dry season, which are not particularly showy but are fragrant and attract pollinators. The tree also bears flat, elongated seed pods.

Reonja is valued for its multiple uses, including the medicinal properties of its bark extracts, which are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Its wood is durable and termite-resistant, making it suitable for furniture and construction. The pods are edible and are sometimes consumed as a vegetable, while the seeds can be ground and mixed with flour. In cultivation, Vachellia leucophloea is often used for reforestation projects and as a shade tree in rural landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun with well-drained soils. However, it is not commonly found in ornamental horticulture due to its large size and the potential for thorns.CC BY-SA 4.0