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Water deeply when the top few inches of soil are dry. Reduce watering in cooler months. Drought tolerant once established.
Also known as Acacia · Acacia De Los Masones · Aroma Extranjera
Parkinsonia aculeata, commonly known as Jerusalem Thorn, is a fast-growing, thorny tree or large shrub native to arid regions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
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Tolerates partial shade.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant once established.
100% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Tolerant of a wide range of soils, including poor, alkaline, and sandy conditions. Good drainage is essential.
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Thrives in warm temperatures, tolerates heat.
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Protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Requires minimal fertilization. Feed lightly in spring if needed.
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Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top few inches of soil are dry. Reduce watering in cooler months. Drought tolerant once established.
Prune to shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Can be pruned hard to maintain a shrub form or to encourage bushier growth.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer.
Young plants may need repotting annually. Mature plants in the ground rarely need repotting. Choose a pot with good drainage.
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Where Jerusalem Thorn (Parkinsonia aculeata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Parkinsonia |
| Species | Parkinsonia aculeata × florida × microphylla |
Similar in genus Parkinsonia
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