Eve’s Necklace
Styphnolobium affine
Last reviewed: June 2026
Styphnolobium affine (Eve's Necklace) is a native Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana tree that blooms pink flowers from March to May. This drought-tolerant species attracts bees and nectar-feeding insects to spring gardens.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
180"–360" H × 120"–240" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AR, LA, OK, TX
Pollinators
bees, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Eve's Necklace is a medium-sized native Texas tree that produces fragrant pink flower clusters in spring followed by distinctive seed pods that resemble a string of beads. This drought-tolerant tree has an attractive rounded canopy and provides excellent shade for residential landscapes.
Growing Eve’s Necklace
Grow Eve’s Necklace in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 180 to 360 inches tall and spread 120 to 240 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Eve’s Necklace takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Tree size exceeds typical HOA-friendly range
- Best suited for backyard or with special approval
Wildlife value
The fragrant spring blooms attract bees and other nectar-feeding insects. The distinctive seed pods provide visual interest and can attract birds.
Common questions
- When does Eve's Necklace bloom?
- Styphnolobium affine blooms from March through May, producing clusters of pink to rose-colored flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
- Where is Eve's Necklace native?
- Eve's Necklace is native to the south-central United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.
- What pollinators visit Eve's Necklace?
- Bees and nectar-feeding insects are the primary pollinators of Styphnolobium affine flowers during its spring blooming period.
- How much water does Eve's Necklace need?
- This native tree is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in low to moderate water conditions, making it suitable for xeriscaping.
- Is Eve’s Necklace HOA-friendly?
- Eve’s Necklace takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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