Title: Mesquite - Wikipedia
Headings: Mesquite
Mesquite
Contents
History
Etymology
Habitat
Uses
As an introduced and invasive species
Control strategies
Species
Gallery
See also
References
External links

Content: Another method is through the application of herbicides, done on an individual plant basis. Basal application is effective to mesquite of all sizes, while foliar application is best for plants smaller than 1.5 m. Another physical option for control is through fires. Some species of mesquite are fire-sensitive, while others are fire-tolerant. For those that are fire-sensitive, this method can be highly effective, but those that are fire-tolerant require hot and intense fires to be effective. In Australia, scientists are trying biological control methods. They have introduced multiple insects, but the most effective in causing high population level impact is the leaf-tying moth ( Evippe spp.). The most recommended method for managing Prosopis, both in native and introduced ranges, is by targeting large numbers of plants either through herbicide or physical removal. Also, research is being done on using satellite and aerial images to assess canopy cover and determine which ranges should be targeted. Species
Prosopis alba (white mesquite)
Prosopis cineraria
Prosopis chilensis (Chilean mesquite)
Prosopis glandulosa (honey mesquite)
Prosopis humilis
Prosopis juliflora
Prosopis laevigata (smooth mesquite)
Prosopis nigra (black mesquite)
Prosopis pallida
Prosopis pubescens (screwbean mesquite)
Prosopis reptans (tornillo)
Prosopis strombulifera (creeping mesquite)
Prosopis velutina (velvet mesquite)
Gallery
Screwbean pods
Screwbean flowers
Honey mesquite, foliage with seedpods
Velvet mesquite dried seeds
Velvet mesquite tree
Honey mesquite foliage
See also
Mesquite Bosque
Tamaulipan mezquital
References
^ a bKlinken, Rieks D. van; Graham, Jodi;