Texas palo verde facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Texas palo verde |
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Parkinsonia
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P. texana
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| Parkinsonia texana S. Watson (A. Gray)
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Parkinsonia texana is a special kind of tree that blooms with flowers. It belongs to the pea family, which is called Fabaceae. This tree grows naturally in Texas in the United States. You can also find it in parts of Mexico, like Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi, and Tamaulipas.
People often call this tree by a few different names. Some common names are Texas palo verde and Border palo verde. Another name for it is Retama china.
Meet the Texas Palo Verde
The Texas palo verde is a perennial plant. This means it lives for many years, not just one season. It can grow as a large shrub or a small tree.
What It Looks Like
This tree can reach up to 7.6 meters (about 25 feet) tall. It can also spread out to be 6 meters (about 20 feet) wide. Its bark is thin and has a green color.
Its Flowers
The flowers of the Texas palo verde are usually yellow. Sometimes, you might even see red ones. These pretty flowers bloom from April to June. This is a great time to spot them!
Where It Grows Best
The Texas palo verde is very tough. It can handle hot weather and long dry periods. This tree likes soils that are alkaline. Alkaline soils are those that are not acidic. This makes it perfect for its native desert and border regions.
