Mexican Buckeye

Ungnadia speciosa (Mexican Buckeye) is a versatile, drought-resistant deciduous tree that adds beauty and resilience to Texas landscapes. This small tree, often growing between 8-30 feet, produces clusters of fragrant, bright-pink flowers in early spring, resembling redbuds. Its pinnate leaves turn a stunning golden yellow in fall, and its unique, three-lobed seed capsules persist through winter, though the seeds are mildly poisonous.

Scientific Name: Ungnadia speciosa
Origin: TX & S. NM
Height: 10 to 30 feet
Spread: 15 to 20 feet
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low
USDA Zones: 7-9
Bloom: March to June
Larval Host: Henry's Elfin butterfly