Rio Yaqui Cottonwood
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Rio Yaqui Cottonwood
  
(Populus mexicana dimorpha)
  
NORTHEAST OF DOUGLASS
  
41 This is also an import from South of the border. Very fast growing and also used as a beautiful shade tree.

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In Depth Populus mexicana dimorpha, Rio Yaqui Cottonwood
Location: NORTHEAST OF DOUGLASS
Family: Salicaceae
Distribution: Northern Mexico
Habitat: Full sun and most to wet soil
Habit: Large Tree
Flowering: Inconspicuous
Natural History Notes: The Spanish name for Cottonwood is Alamo. Great for a shade tree, or for adding a lush green feel to a bright landscape. However this tree does consume a lot of water, so it is not for the common xeriscape. Due to their high water intake and their fast growth properties, these trees have rather soft wood. Breakage is common as they get older. They become brittle and hold up poorly to high winds and other stresses.