Quebracho
Schinopsis balansae
- Native to:
- Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Anacardiaceae
- Genus:
- Schinopsis
- Species:
- Schinopsis balansae
- USDA Symbol:
- SCBA4
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 2500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- sep,oct,nov
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, green
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Resprouts from roots after fire; adapted to fire-prone Gran Chaco ecosystem with periodic burns.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- fertile, well-drained sandy loam
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to subtropical regions with seasonal rainfall