Olneya tesota
Dry Ironwood Hesen, Green Ironwood Comítin
Other regional names: Tesota
- Tesota
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Originating in North America, Olneya tesota (commonly known as Dry Ironwood Hesen or Green Ironwood Comítin) is a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, California, Mexico Northwest