Species PlantsBlue Palo Verde

Blue Palo Verde

Cercidium floridum

CommonPlant
Illustration of Blue Palo Verde (Cercidium floridum)

Blue Palo Verde is a small tree with blue-green bark and yellow flowers. It is the state tree of Arizona and is known for its ability to thrive in desert environments.

Habitat
It grows in arid regions, often along washes and riverbanks.
Diet
Its flowers are pollinated by bees, and its seeds are eaten by birds and mammals.
How common
Common

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