General Appearance & Structure

Form: A fast-growing, deciduous small tree with a spreading, umbrella-like canopy and graceful, drooping branches.

Trunk & Bark: Distinctive smooth green bark on both the trunk and branches, which allows the tree to perform photosynthesis even when it loses its leaves.

Thorns: Small, sharp spines are typically found at the base of the leaf stalks.

Foliage & Flowers

Leaves: Feathery and strap-like with tiny leaflets. In drought conditions, the leaflets drop quickly to conserve water, leaving behind the long, green midribs.

Flowers: Showy, bright yellow blossoms growing in loose clusters. One petal often features orange or reddish spots as it matures.

Fruit: Produces tan, leathery seed pods (legumes) that are constricted between the seeds.

Common Uses

Ornamental: Widely used in xeriscaping, urban parks, and roadside planting for its vibrant color.

Light Shade: Provides a "filtered" or "dappled" shade that allows grass or smaller shrubs to grow underneath.

Windbreaks: Often used as a hardy barrier or screen in desert reclamation projects.

Product images, including their size and growth stage, are approximate and for display purposes only