The Plant Bat

Your Friendly Neighborhood Native Plant Nut in Austin, TX

Common name

Texas Paloverde

Scientific name Parkinsonia aculeata
Plant type Tree
Other Common Names Retama, Paloverde, Mexican Paloverde, Jerusalem Thorn, Horsebean, Lluvia De Oro
Size L (Tree) (35' × 20')
Soil moisture Dry, Moist (well drained)
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Soil texture Sand, Loam, Caliche