Ungnadia speciosa (Mexican Buckeye) Live Plant in half qt pot

This is Ungnadia speciosa (Mexican Buckeye) shipped in a half quart size deep tree pot.

Ungnadia speciosa (Mexican Buckeye) is a resilient, ornamental native that tolerates heat, drought, and a variety of soils. Its showy pink blossoms and unique seed pods provide seasonal interest

Hardiness Zones: 7-9 (possibly hardy down to zone 6)
Water Requirements: low (drought tolerant).
Sun: full sun to partial shade.

Botanical Profile
Family: Sapindaceae (Soapberry family)
Common Name: Mexican Buckeye
Native Range: Texas, New Mexico, and parts of northern Mexico
Appearance & Growth
Form: Can be grown as a large shrub or small, multi-trunked tree.
Height & Spread: Generally reaches 10–30 feet tall and 10–20 feet wide, often with an irregular, rounded crown.
Leaves: Pinnately compound with three leaflets (trifoliate), each leaflet typically lance-shaped. Foliage turns yellow in the fall.
Flowers: Showy, fragrant, pink to lavender blossoms appearing in spring (often before leaf-out).
Fruit/Seed Pods: Tri-lobed, papery capsules (not edible). When ripe, they split open to reveal shiny, dark seeds.
Growing Conditions
Hardiness Zones:

Generally listed for USDA Zones 7–9.
With proper protection (e.g., mulching, warm microclimate), some growers report success in slightly cooler zones (e.g., 6 or even 5), but this may depend on local conditions.
Sunlight:

Performs best in full sun or partial shade.
In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can help minimize stress, though established plants often handle full sun well.
Soil:

Adaptable to a range of well-draining soils (sandy, loam, rocky, or limestone-based).
Prefers a slightly alkaline to neutral pH (common in its native limestone habitats).
Water Requirements:

Moderately drought tolerant once established.
Water regularly during the first year or two to help the root system develop, then reduce watering.
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Maintenance & Care:

Pruning: Typically minimal; prune only to maintain shape, remove dead branches, or manage multiple trunks if desired.
Fertilizer: Often not necessary in native soils, but a light, balanced fertilizer can be applied in early spring if growth is slow.
Pest & Disease Issues: Relatively few problems; good resistance to common pests and diseases in suitable sites.
Landscape Uses & Wildlife:

Valued for its attractive spring blooms and fall foliage color.
Seeds can be toxic to humans if ingested, though they are sometimes eaten by wildlife (exercise caution around children or pets).
Good choice for xeric (low-water) landscaping, pollinator gardens, and native plantings.

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