Catclaw Acacia (Greggii)

The Catclaw Acacia (Greggii) is generally described as a perennial tree or shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Catclaw Acacia (Greggii) has green foliage and inconspicuous yellow flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Catclaw Acacia (Greggii) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a slow growth rate. At maturity, the typical Catclaw Acacia (Greggii) will reach up to 45 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 15 feet.

The Catclaw Acacia (Greggii) generally appears in field collections and doesn't tend to be commercially available. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -13°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.