Trees
Velvet Mesquite
Prosopis velutina
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Velvet mesquite is an excellent wildlife plant. Also try P. pubescens. Note: may be sold as P. juliflora.
The Basics
Type: TreesSun: Full/reflected SunHardiness: 0°FWater: Very LowNative To: Sonoran, Chihuahuan DesertsGrowth
Growth Rate: Moderate-fastMature Height: 25'Mature Width: 25'Mature Form: Wide crownFoliage
DeciduousColor: Gray-greenTexture: FineWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: YellowSeason: SpringComments
Litter: SeasonalThorns: MediumIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F156813993993e99b.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Arid Zone Trees
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Photo By: Carol Ward