Ebenopsis ebano
Texas Ebony
Description
Slow growing evergreen tree to 20' x 15'. Dense shade and dark green leaves provide rich green foliage color. Very thorny. Zig zag branching habit. Fragrant pale cream to yellow flowers bloom in spring. Bark sunburns if tree is overpuned. Native to Southern Texas and Mexico.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Leaf Season
Evergreen
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Street Tree, With Rocks
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.