Fernleaf Acacia, Sierra Madre Acacia, Huizache


Scientific Name: Acacia pennatula (Schltdl. & Cham.) Benth.
Synonym: Inga pennatula, Poponax pennatula
Family: Fabaceae
Fernleaf Acacia, Sierra Madre Acacia, Huizache(Acacia pennatula)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9b

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Northern Mexico

Growth Habits: Semi-evergreen tree, 10 to 25 feet tall (3 to 7.5 m), 12 feet in spread (3.6 m)

Watering Needs: Low water usage when established

Propagation: Seeds

Fernleaf Acacia, Sierra Madre Acacia, Huizache(Acacia pennatula)

The Fernleaf Acacia is another less common xeriscape acacia. It grows fast with moderate litter.

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers in the spring.


 

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