Prosopis juliflora / velutina (Velvet Mesquite)

Prosopis juliflora, also known as velvet mesquite, is a small to medium-sized tree native to Arizona. It belongs to the legume family and can reach a height of 20-30 feet with a spread of 25-35 feet. The tree features attractive compound leaves with small leaflets and produces yellow flowers in spring. The seed pods of the velvet mesquite are edible and are an important food source for wildlife.