Mezquite terciopelo

Prosopis velutina

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Prosopis velutina, commonly known as velvet mesquite, is a small to medium-sized perennial tree. It is a legume adapted to a dry, desert climate. Though considered to be a noxious weed in states outside its natural range, it plays a vital role in the ecology of the Sonoran Desert.

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  1. (c) Anthony Mendoza, algunos derechos reservados (CC BY-NC-SA), https://www.flickr.com/photos/39039456@N07/21913261076/
  2. (c) Jennifer Rycenga, algunos derechos reservados (CC BY-NC), subido por Jennifer Rycenga
  3. (c) USANPN Phenophases, algunos derechos reservados (CC BY-NC-SA), https://www.flickr.com/photos/usa-npn_phenophases/32744227251/
  4. (c) USANPN Phenophases, algunos derechos reservados (CC BY-NC-SA), https://www.flickr.com/photos/usa-npn_phenophases/32744229301/
  5. (c) Wikipedia, algunos derechos reservados (CC BY-SA), http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prosopis_velutina

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