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Palo Blanco

Mariosousa willardiana

Palo Blanco

A sculptural tree with striking white peeling bark that creates an elegant, luminous presence in the desert landscape.

Features

White peeling barkGraceful formCream flower spikesVery drought tolerant

Best Uses

Specimen treePatio accentDesert-modern landscape

Quick Stats

Water NeedsVery Low (Xeric)
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size20 ft H × 10 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancemoderate
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonSpring
Bloom ColorCream
Litter Levelmoderate
ThornsNone
Native RegionSonora, Mexico

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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.