Water Locust 5 Seeds Gleditsia aquatica

Gleditsia aquatica, commonly known as the water locust or swamp locust, is a species of deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. This species belongs to the pea family, Fabaceae, and is found in wetlands, especially along riverbanks, swamps, and floodplains. Key Features: Size and Growth Habit: Water locusts can grow up to 30–40 feet (9–12 meters) tall, with a broad canopy. The tree typically has a rounded crown and spreads out to about 30 feet (9 meters) in width. Leaves: The leaves are pinnately compound and alternate along the stem. Each leaf can have 10 to 20 leaflets. During the growing season, the leaves are bright green and turn yellow in the fall. Flowers and Fruit: The tree produces small, yellowish-green flowers that appear in clusters. The flowers are inconspicuous but can attract pollinators. The fruit is a long, flat, and twisted pod, which can be up to 8 inches (20 cm) long, containing seeds. Bark and Thorns: Gleditsia aquatica has thorny branches, which c