What is another word for black locust?
Pronunciation: [blˈak lˈə͡ʊkʌst] (IPA) 
Black locust, also known as Robinia pseudoacacia, is a deciduous tree native to North America. This tree is commonly called 'false acacia' due to its resemblance to the acacia tree. Apart from that, it also has many synonyms like "yellow locust", "false locust", "common locust", "white locust", or "yellow horse bean". These names are used interchangeably, but they all refer to the same species, as they exhibit similar characteristics such as yellowish-white flowers, rough bark, and thorny branches. Black locust trees are known for their strong and durable wood, which is often used for making furniture, fence posts, and decks.
