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Mimosa dysocarpa
Velvet Pod Mimosa, Catsclaw, Gatuno
Information by: Photographer: Susan Frommer
Description
Deciduous shrub grows at a moderate rate to 6' x 4'. Showy pink purple spikes appear in early summer. Flowers are fragrant. Fruit appears in late summer and is covered with velvety hairs, hence the common name. Would be an handsome accent plant. Seeds are enjoyed by quail. Accepts reflected sun. Native to Texas.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.