Mexican Buckeye
genus
Ungnadia
species
speciosa
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Deciduous
DESCRIPTION
Slow-growing native shrub that can be pruned to small tree. Flowers emerge before foliage in early spring, followed by black seed pods which hang on into winter. Seeds are toxic.
Sun Exposure
Sun/Partial Shade
Size
15' high, 10' wide
Soil Type
Adapted to a wide range of soil
Bloom Season
Early Spring
Region
Central
South
Flower Color
Pink
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WATER USE
The water use for this plant in the Central is Low.
The water use for this plant in the South is Low.
GROWING CONDITIONS