Q: SeedpodsΒ Β drop from trees in the parking lot in front of the Target store in Oro Valley, but we have been unable to identify what kind of trees they are. Can you help?
Answer:Β Your seedpods are from the Australian bottle tree (Brachychiton populneus). This is a large evergreen shade tree that can reach 60 feet in height.
These trees do well in full sun in our arid environment with sufficient water. T
he seedpods are sometimes considered messy because they decay very slowly and can be numerous on the ground.
Peter L. Warren is the Forest Health Program Coordinator for the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. Questions, photos and videos may be emailed toΒ tucsongardensage@gmail.com
