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Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let stand in water for 24 hours, repeat process on seed that did not imbibe. Another Method: file or sand through the outer seedcoat, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: If boiling water treatment fails, Sulfuric Acid treatment for 45 min. |Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +)

Native to: Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Arizona, Aruba, Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil South, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Galápagos, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Netherlands Antilles, New Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Southwest Caribbean, Texas, Turks-Caicos Is., Uruguay, Venezuelan Antilles, Windward Is.

Introduced to: Alabama, Algeria, Angola, Arizona, Assam, Bangladesh, Botswana, Brazil North, Brazil Northeast, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Burkina, California, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canary Is., Cape Provinces, Cape Verde, Central African Repu, Chad, Cyprus, Djibouti, East Himalaya, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Florida, Free State, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Guinea, Hainan, Hawaii, India, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jawa, Kenya, KwaZulu-Natal, Laos, Libya, Louisiana, Mali, Marianas, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico Southwest, Mississippi, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nevada, New Caledonia, New Mexico, New South Wales, Niger, Nigeria, Northern Provinces, Northern Territory, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Queensland, Réunion, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sicilia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Australia, South Carolina, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Tanzania, Texas, Thailand, Togo, Trinidad-Tobago, Tunisia, Uganda, Utah, Venezuela, Vietnam, West Himalaya, Western Australia, Yemen, Zaïre, Zimbabwe

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Introduced

Parkinsonia aculeataParkinsonia aculeata

Jellybean Tree, Jerusalem Thorn, Mexican Palo Verde, Palo Verde, Parkinsonia

In Stock: 2.143 lb (Total:2.143lb)

Parkinsonia aculeata

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2.14 lb

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

6,039

Quantity:

2.14 lb

Collected in:

India

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836154

Characteristics

Growing Info

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: If boiling water treatment fails, Sulfuric Acid treatment for 45 min. |Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +)

Native

Introduced

Introducing the stunning Parkinsonia aculeata, commonly known as Jerusalem Thorn, Jellybean Tree, or Mexican Palo Verde. This remarkable tree is a member of the legume family and is renowned for its airy beauty and hardy nature. Native from central Texas to northern South America and west to Arizona, it thrives in sunny areas with well-drained soils and minimal moisture. The tree reaches 15-20 feet in height and width and is characterized by its bright green, spiny branches and unique bipinnate leaves. Its vibrant yellow flowers, adorned with fiery orange-red throats, bloom abundantly, especially after rainfall, creating a breathtaking display. These nectar-rich blooms attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, enriching your garden with life and movement.

A fast grower, this deciduous tree is perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance addition to landscapes in USDA Zones 9-11. Its drought and heat tolerance, combined with its ability to thrive in saline conditions, make it an ideal choice for challenging environments. Furthermore, the architectural beauty of its weeping branches and smooth, verdant bark ensures it remains a garden focal point year-round. Enjoy the unique characteristics of the Parkinsonia aculeata, a truly versatile and attractive choice for your landscape.