Acacia occidentalis (Sonoran Tree Catclaw)

Acacia occidentalis, also known as Sonoran Tree Catclaw, is a thorny shrub or small tree native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona and Mexico. It has slender, curved thorns and feathery, light green foliage. The plant blooms with small, yellow flowers in clusters that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It can grow up to 15 feet in height and spread 10 feet wide, making it an ideal choice for adding texture to desert landscapes.