Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Neltuma

Species:

Neltuma castellanosii

USDA Symbol:

PRCA12

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

cream, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from the root crown following fire or cutting, typical of mesquite species.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers desert-like conditions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–30 days

Notes:

Seed coat is hard; scarification (mechanical or hot water treatment) greatly improves germination. Seeds germinate readily in warm conditions after scarification.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI