Texas Ebony
Ebenopsis ebano
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
240"–300" H × 180"–240" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies
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Texas Ebony is a slow-growing native tree that develops into a handsome specimen with dark green compound leaves and fragrant cream-colored flower clusters in summer. The tree produces distinctive dark seed pods and has an attractive branching structure that provides good shade once mature.
In an HOA neighborhood
Texas Ebony 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
Wildlife value
The fragrant summer blooms attract butterflies and other pollinators. The seeds provide food for birds and small wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Texas Ebony need?
- Texas Ebony grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Texas Ebony bloom?
- Texas Ebony blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Texas Ebony native?
- Texas Ebony (Ebenopsis ebano) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Texas Ebony attract?
- Texas Ebony draws butterflies.
- Is Texas Ebony HOA-friendly?
- Texas Ebony 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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