Cascalote Țară cacalaco, Caesalpinia cacalaco Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: Near nativeOrigin: Latin America north into Central MexicoFamily: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)Size: 15 – 25′Sun: Full and reflected heatWatering: Infrequent, deep wateringGrowth Rate: ModerateSoil: TolerantTemperature: Hardy to 18 FPruning:Disease and Pests: Psyllid which is a tiny insect that sucks on the leaves causing the tree to lose its leaves. Look closely at the leaves and you will see little white dots and shiny honeydew on the leaves. The best method to take care of this problem is to diagnose it quickly and spray off the leaves with a strong jet of water every day to help prevent more leaf loss. Uses: Nectar plant for bees, attracts hummingbirds. Decorative red-brown seed podsNotes: Briefly deciduous in spring after blooming. Thorny (except the ‘Smoothy’ cultivar) Resources Public ASU Water, Use It Wisely Add a Plant Tag to Your Space! Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. No more searching through countless books or websites to find details about your plants. Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...