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Brief Background:
 | The name "acacia"
is derived from the Greek word "akis" meaning "sharp point," and relates to the sharp thorny shrubs and
trees of tropical Africa and Western Asia that were the only known acacias at the time that the name was published. The Australian
acacias are commonly called "wattles" because of their pliable branches that are woven into the structure of early
wattle houses and fences. | | Acacia is commonly present
in chewing sticks, mainly as an antimicrobial with activity against Streptococcus fecalis. |
Expert Opinion and Folkloric Precedent:
| Acacia has been used
to treat high cholesterol, diabetes, cancer, gingivitis, stomatitis, pharyngitis, and indigestion in children. Acacia gum
is used as a food additive. Acacia concinna is often used in cosmetics. |
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