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Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip

Fouquieria Macdougalii

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Overview

Fouquieria macdougalii, or Mexican Tree Ocotillo, thrives in arid climates, demanding full sun exposure. This slow-growing plant reaches 10-15 feet tall with a spread of 5-10 feet. Its unique structure presents whiplike, spiny branches sporting tubular red flowers, enticing hummingbirds. It requires minimal water, well-draining soil, and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11. Noteworthy for its drought-tolerance and alluring blooms, it adds a dramatic vertical element to desert landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — Its unique structure presents whiplike, spiny branches sporting tubular red flowers, image 26

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Fouquieriaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — It requires minimal water, well-draining soil, and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — which can reach impressive heights of up to 20 feet when mature
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — This slow-growing plant reaches 10-15 feet tall with a spread of 5-10 feet; though they
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — shrub with red blooms
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — Fouquieria macdougalii, or Mexican Tree Ocotillo, thrives in arid climates, demanding full sun
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — oval green leaves after rain; red flowers in the garden
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — It requires minimal water, well-draining soil, and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11; this
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — Noteworthy for its drought-tolerance and alluring blooms; providing vertical interest and a
Mexican Tree Ocotillo Or Coach Whip (Fouquieria Macdougalii) — It's ideal for adding texture and height to water-wise gardens
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