Screwbean Mesquite (Strombocarpa Pubescens) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Strombocarpa pubescens, commonly known as screwbean mesquite, is a small to medium-sized flowering shrub or tree native to arid regions such as California and the southwestern United States.

Screwbean Mesquite

Screwbean Mesquite

Strombocarpa Pubescens

Strombocarpa pubescens, commonly known as screwbean mesquite, is a small to medium-sized flowering shrub or tree native to arid regions such as California and the southwestern United States.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Screwbean Mesquite

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Screwbean Mesquite
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Strombocarpa