Mexican Buckeye

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Ungnadia speciosa (Mexican Buckeye) is a versatile, drought-resistant deciduous tree that adds beauty and resilience to Texas landscapes. This small tree, often growing between 8-3 0 feet, produces clusters of fragrant, bright-pink flowers in early spring, resembling redbuds. Its pinnate leaves turn a stunning golden yellow in fall, and its unique, three-lobed seed capsules persist through winter, though the seeds are mildly poisonous. Scientific Name: Ungnadia speciosaOrigin: TX & S. NMHeight: 10 to 30 feetSpread: 15 to 20 feetLight: Full Sun, Part ShadeWater: LowUSDA Zones: 7-9Bloom: March to JuneLarval Host: Henry's Elfin butterfly Show more