Introduction Koa (Acacia koa) is currently the most important commercialized hardwood in Hawai'r's forests. A sustainable supply of koa will depend on reforestation with the best adapted seed sources and perhaps with vegetatively propagated cultivars having unique traits. At present, koa forests are in a serious state of decline, and improvement appears warranted if sustainable supply is to be ...

Gum Arabic (Acacia nilotica L.) is a respected plant that has many nutrients and curative practices. It hinders, improves, or manages disorders. The radio-protective activity of Acacia was investigated against γ-rays-induced testicle damage in rats. Twenty-four rats were correspondingly distributed into 4 groups; control, (15mg/kg, daily for 30 days), γ-irradiated (5Gy γ-rays, single dose) plus...