Smooth mesquite facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Smooth mesquite |
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Prosopis
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laevigata
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Prosopis laevigata, also known as smooth mesquite, is a type of flowering tree. It belongs to the pea family, which is called Fabaceae. This tree is originally from several countries like Mexico, Bolivia, Peru, and a part of Argentina (Jujuy Province).
Smooth Mesquite: A Desert Survivor
The smooth mesquite tree is a tough plant that can grow in many different places. It's known for being able to survive in dry areas.
Where Does It Grow?
In Mexico, you can find smooth mesquite trees in the central highlands, which are high-up areas. They also grow in the lower lands of southern Tamaulipas. You can spot them in parts of Oaxaca, Morelos, Puebla, and Chiapas too.
These trees are not picky about where they live. They can grow on the sides of hills, in low areas that collect water (called depressions), and along floodplains. Floodplains are flat areas next to rivers that sometimes get flooded. This shows how adaptable the smooth mesquite is to different environments.
