Texas Honey Mesquite
Prosopis Glandulosa
Overview
Texas Honey Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) is a deciduous tree, typically growing to 20-30 ft. Adaptable to diverse soils, it thrives in full sun with minimal water. It features a broad, rounded canopy with feathery foliage and produces fragrant, cream-colored flowers, followed by long seed pods. Its deep roots enable drought resistance, making it a hardy choice for arid landscapes. Caution: Thorns can reach up to 2 inches.
Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Type TreeClimate Arid, Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Subtropical
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