Eysenhardtia polystachya

Eysenhardtia polystachya

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Eysenhardtia
Species:
Eysenhardtia polystachya

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Iris eyed silkmoth (Automeris iris)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, birds
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: DeepSeek deepseek-chat

Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Notes:
Seeds require scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy.

Source: DeepSeek deepseek-chat