Parkinsonia aculeata

(Mexican palo verde)

deciduous

• hardy
• Reflective heat, sun
• ample, average watering, dry, drought resistant
• fast growing
• Native to Mexico, 15-20' high, Good for revegetating disturbed areas, wildlife habitat.
• Flowers in spring with yellow flower and red dot on lip, green midrib with tiny leaves.
• high to medium maintenance.
• Small patio tree, or city/street.
• Tropical, transitional, desert plant.