Brazilian Bluewood
(Condalia hookeri)
Brazilian Bluewood (Condalia hookeri)
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Photo by: Sam Kieschnick | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Sam Kieschnick | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-10-22T02:20:09-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Condalia hookeri, commonly known as Brazilian Bluewood or Snakewood, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the chaparral, scrublands, and thorn forests of northeastern Mexico and the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters) and a width of 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters). Brazilian Bluewood has a dense, rounded form with stiff, thorny branches. It produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in the spring, followed by dark blue to purple berries that are attractive to birds and other wildlife.
Brazilian Bluewood is valued for its drought tolerance and its ability to thrive in a variety of soil types, including those with poor fertility. Its dense growth habit makes it suitable for use as a security barrier or hedge, and its thorns provide an effective deterrent against intruders. Additionally, it is used for xeriscaping due to its low water requirements once established. In cultivation, it prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and it is adaptable to different drainage conditions, from slow to fast. While it is generally low-maintenance, gardeners should be cautious of its thorns when planting and pruning.CC BY-SA 4.0
Brazilian Bluewood is valued for its drought tolerance and its ability to thrive in a variety of soil types, including those with poor fertility. Its dense growth habit makes it suitable for use as a security barrier or hedge, and its thorns provide an effective deterrent against intruders. Additionally, it is used for xeriscaping due to its low water requirements once established. In cultivation, it prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and it is adaptable to different drainage conditions, from slow to fast. While it is generally low-maintenance, gardeners should be cautious of its thorns when planting and pruning.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree, Shrub
- Height: 10-15 feet
- Width: 6-10 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Native to chaparral, scrublands, and thorn forests of northeastern Mexico and the Rio Grande Valley in Texas
Other Names
Common Names: Bluewood, Lotebush
Scientific Names: , Condalia hookeri, Condalia obovata, Condalia obovata var. angustifolia, Condalia obovata var. edwardsiana,
GBIF Accepted Name: Condalia hookeri M.C.Johnst.