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Prosopis Species, Algarrobo Amarillo, Algarrobo Negro

Prosopisnigra

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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Prosopis (PROS-oh-pis)
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Species
nigra (NY-gruh)
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Synonym
Prosopis algarrobilla var. nigra
Prosopis dulcis var. australis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
30-40 ft. (9-12 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Phoenix, Arizona

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