Mexican Kidneywood (Eysenhardtia Polystachya) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eysenhardtia polystachya is a much-branched, deciduous shrub or small tree native to Mexico, typically growing 1.5 to 5 meters tall, occasionally reaching 7 meters.

Mexican Kidneywood

Mexican Kidneywood

Eysenhardtia Polystachya

Eysenhardtia polystachya is a much-branched, deciduous shrub or small tree native to Mexico, typically growing 1.5 to 5 meters tall, occasionally reaching 7 meters.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mexican Kidneywood

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Mexican Kidneywood
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Eysenhardtia