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Jacaranda
Jacaranda mimosifolia
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called blue jacaranda
Honeybees forage extensively on jacaranda for high yields of nectar and pollen during its 4-6 week spring bloom of lavender-blue trumpet-shaped flowers. Peak visitation occurs in late spring in subtropical climates, supporting colony buildup. The tree's spent blooms and woody seed pods produce significant litter, and young specimens benefit from staking in exposed sites.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | May–July |
| Duration | ~5 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |