Tamarix ramosissima
Non-Native
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- Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org
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- Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org
USDA, NRCS. 2018. The PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov, 28 March 2018). National Plant Data Team, Greensboro, NC 27401-4901 USA.
What is Salt Cedar?
Physical Characteristics
- Shrub or tree
- 5-25 feet tall
Leaves:
Flowers:
- Pale pink-white flowers
- 4-5 petals
- 4-5 sepals
- Up to 2.5 inches long
- Clustered
Stem:
- Slender branches
- 15+ feet tall
Roots:
- Taproot up to 95 feet underground
- Spreading up to 165 feet
Where Does it Grow?
Non-Native
Salt cedar can be found in soils that are wet with salt water year round.
Is it Invasive?
Salt cedar is non-native to North America and is an aggressive invader that out-competes the native species of the area.
This plant is not native to North America, but has naturalized in much of the United States. While it is not illegal to possess this plant in Texas, it should not be introduced into new water bodies and should be treated with herbicide when present.