Black Hickory (Carya Texana) is a perennial tree in the Juglandaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Carya texana, known as Black Hickory or Texas Hickory, is a deciduous tree native to North America, recognized for its dark, deeply furrowed bark and pinnately compound leaves.