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Caesalpinia cacalaco

Cascalote

Plant photo of: Caesalpinia cacalaco
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Small tree or large shrub to about 15' x15'. Branches are armed with medium thorns. These plants will bloom profusely between winter & spring with showy yellow flowers on dense spikes, depending on the coldness of winter. Seed pods are reddish & attractive. Native to Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Winter

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Spring

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.