Mexican Ebony
MEXICAN EBONY
Pithecellobium mexicanum

The Mexican Ebony is a very drought resistant tree only requiring 2 to 3 irrigations per month. Pithecellobium mexicanum can be used as a barrier plant when it is left unpruned and shrub-like, or it can be a great shade tree when given supplemental water and when pruned.

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GARDENING BASICS
Type: Trees
Hardiness: 18˚F
Water: Low/Medium
Sun Exposure:
GROWTH
Growth Rate: Moderate
Average Size: 30’ H × 20’ W
Coverage: 236 square feet
FOLIAGE
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color: Gray-green
FLOWERS & FRUITS
Flower Color: Light yellow ‘puff’
Flower Season: Spring
Fruit: Green to brown seed pods
MORE COMMENTS
Thorns: Yes
Allergies: Unknown