Olneya tesota aka Desert Ironwood

Taxonomy

Common names

Desert Ironwood, Tesota, Dry Ironwood Hesen, Ironwood, Olneya

How to care for Desert Ironwood

Water

Desert Ironwood should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Desert Ironwood prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

Region of origin

Desert Ironwood’s native range is South-western N. America - California to Arizona and Mexico.


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