Nogal Morado
Carya illinoinensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
600"–1200" H × 300"–600" W
Bloom
Apr, May
Native to
AR, IA, IL, IN and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Pecan is a large, stately native tree that produces edible nuts and provides excellent shade. It has compound leaves that turn golden yellow in fall and develops a broad, rounded crown with age.
In an HOA neighborhood
Nogal Morado takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Extremely large size (50-100 feet) inappropriate for most residential lots
- Drops nuts and debris that require cleanup
- Can interfere with power lines and structures
Wildlife value
The tree supports bees and beetles during its spring blooming period. Its nuts are valuable food for squirrels, birds, and other wildlife.
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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