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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Honeylocust
Gleditsia triacanthos
gle-DIT-see-a try-a-KAN-thos
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Fine compound leaves, dappled shade, yellow fall, thornless cultivars
| Botanical name | Gleditsia triacanthos |
|---|---|
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Gleditsia |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3b–8b |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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