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| Mexican Ash, Berlandier Ash, Plumero, Fresno
Fraxinus berlandieriana
Oleaceae
Mexican ash is normally found in moist canyons and along streams and rivers of the Rio Grande Plains and southern Gulf Prairies. It is widely planted there, often marketed as "Arizona Ash," to the point of being overplanted, according to some authors. There is also an isolated population in Bastrop and Travis counties in the Edwards Plateau.
Plant Habit or Use: small tree
medium tree
Exposure: sun
Flower Color: greenish
Blooming Period: spring
Fruit Characteristics: samara
Height: to 30 ft.
Width: to 25 ft.
Plant Character: deciduous
Heat Tolerance: high
Water Requirements: medium
Soil Requirements: adaptable
USDA Hardiness Zone: 7
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