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Caesalpinia Mexicana
Published February 03, 2017
This plant is grown mainly for its bright yellow and fragrant flowers. Native to the Rio Grande Valley, it can take high heat and full sun with little water. Considered a large shrub or small tree that is evergreen. Height can reach 30 foot but, usually stays in the 15 foot range with a 15 foot spread. The seed pods can be poisonous, so this may not be a plant for you if you have small children or pets.
This plant is grown mainly for its bright yellow and fragrant flowers. Native to the Rio Grande Valley, it can take high heat and full sun with little water. Considered a large shrub or small tree that is evergreen. Height can reach 30 foot but, usually stays in the 15 foot range with a 15 foot spread. The seed pods can be poisonous, so this may not be a plant for you if you have small children or pets.
