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Neltuma juliflora (Neltuma juliflora)

Neltuma juliflora is a thorny, deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its resilience.

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Sunlight

Full sun is ideal for best growth and flowering.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, including poor, alkaline, and saline conditions. Prefers well-drained soil.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Generally not required. Feed sparingly if needed in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun is ideal for best growth and flowering.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, including poor, alkaline, and saline conditions. Prefers well-drained soil.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Tolerates heat well.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Generally not required. Feed sparingly if needed in spring.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-10 m

Spread

3-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to deciduous in cooler climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Acacia juliflora (Sw.) Willd.
Algarobia juliflora (Sw.) Heynh.
Entada juliflora (Sw.) Roberty
Mimosa juliflora Sw.
Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusNeltuma
  • speciesNeltuma juliflora
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

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