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Robinia psudoacacia
Southwest corner of Shields Library
The black locust is a medium-sized tree with showy pea-shaped flowers in the spring.
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Botanical Name:
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Robinia psudoacacia
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Common Name:
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black locust
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Location:
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Southwest corner of Shields Library
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Family:
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Fabaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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1-24, H1
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Native Range:
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Central and southeastern U.S.A.
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Habitat:
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Prefers full sun, moist soil, protection from wind.
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General Habit:
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Deciduous, fast-growing to 75 ft. Open and sparse branching habit, narrow form.
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Notes:
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Long brown pods hang from tree branches. Flower clusters are white, fragrant, showy, and appear in spring. This tree may be considered invasive in some areas of the U.S.A.
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