Robinia sp.
Locust, Locust
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Family: Fabaceae · Type: Shrub · Variable; species dependent
Robinia sp. (Locust) is a non-native California shrub in the Fabaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Lagerstroemia: Robinia has compound leaves with many leaflets; crepe myrtle has simple undivided leaves with crinkled flowers.; vs Amorpha: Robinia has large showy flowers (over half inch); Amorpha has tiny dark purple flowers in dense spikes.; vs Gleditsia: Robinia leaflets are larger (1-2 inches) with smooth pods; honeylocust has tiny leaflets and long twisted pods.; vs Tipuana: Robinia flowers in drooping clusters; tipu tree has flowers in upright branched clusters.; vs Koelreuteria: Robinia has pea flowers and flat pods; goldenrain tree has small yellow flowers and papery lantern pods.
Frequently asked questions
Is Robinia sp. native to California?
No. Robinia sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Robinia sp. belong to?
Robinia sp. is in the Fabaceae family, genus Robinia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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