Thanks for sharing an interesting and informative article about our natural world. Shyron E Shenko from Texas on October 06, 2018: Au fait, this tree is truly the devil's tree, no matter how hot it get it thrives. Dallas Photographer, Matthew T. Rader, CC-BY, via Flickr. Prices start at around $10 for a pound of flour, which can also be bought in bulk. You are so right about those thorns. Acacia baileyana. . Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on February 15, 2020: Mesquite trees were abundant in south Texas. I hate these trees with a passion. Can anyone describe what burning mesquite wood smells like. Appreciate it! Like, everyone does it bootstrapping and very independently, which is one of the cores of Texas, right? We hate them so much. They have a different pattern than mesquite thorn, very distinct and easy to recognize. County extension offices are gold mines of information on a wide variety of subjects relating to gardening, farming, pets, cooking/preserving, etc. Remove any beans that have a green hue. Those thorns really are horrible. . Yes, my research suggests that mesquite trees can tolerate almost any abuse and survive, sometimes even thrive. How serious a freeze is should be determined by how many hours the temperature remains below freezing (32 Fahrenheit). Many of the ranchers poison and burn them by the thousands of acres. The pods on your page are not mesquite. It does seem like these are trees you either love or hate, no in between. "I'm trying to be more inspirational than a capitalist regarding this," he says. Mesquite pods, once a staple of native Americans, are now being added to smoothies, breads, and pancakes. He's on a mission to revive the long-overlooked bean, harvested from the tree that became famous for smoking Texas barbecue (and upping sales of potato chips). This genus of tree includes about 40 species under its umbrella, including peanuts, clover, alfalfa, and beans. The thorns are often an inch or so longer also. Rocky slopes, along creeks, in open meadow. It sounds like you may be having an allergic reaction, but I would definitely recommend you get yourself to the emergency room pronto. I do know that I like foods that are prepared using mesquite woodit does give a lovely flavor to the foods. There can be advantages to their thorns if one places the trees strategically . Deepthi: Traditionally, mesquite beans, the fruit of the namesake tree, were used by native Americans for centuries to grind into flour and use in their Atole. Perhaps nursery owners are educated about these trees. Peg Cole from North Dallas, Texas on February 22, 2014: C E Clark (author) from North Texas on February 22, 2014: PegCole17, I would be pleased and honored for you to link my hub with yours! Many mesquite trees look scrubby. Shyron E Shenko from Texas on July 02, 2015: I still hate these devil trees, with their thorns. This is especially true when it comes to psychoactive and hallucinogenic plants, as there are a variety of street names, cultural names and other vernaculars. 10 What can I do with mesquite beans? Bake for 25 minutes or until lightly browned. I am glad that they are all gone from the property across the road, but the bad news is they took down 100 year old oak and pecan trees also. Transfer mesquite bean flour to a food-grade container with a tight-sealing lid, to keep it from absorbing moisture, odors, and flavors from other foods and to ensure that pests cant get into it. Some research suggests that mesquite meal, with a low glycemic index of 25, helps regulate blood sugar. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on July 06, 2015: Paula (Fpherj48), thank you for coming by and reading and commenting, and for all your kind words. Another insect commonly found on mesquite trees is the giant mesquite bug, pictured in this article. The human connection to mesquite as a food has been battered for centuries. Only harvest the pods that are dry. Mesquite trees vary considerably in size. Mesquite pods contain about 25% fiber. Early-day ranchers like W.T. The Great Charcoal Debate: Briquettes Or Lumps. Hope all is well there with you guys now. It becomes readily visible when the leaves fall off the trees. I've still never even seen one close up, so don't feel bad -- I've been here for 24 years myself. To dehydrate mesquite beans, you can lay them out in the sun for a day or two, or stick them in the oven at 150-175 degrees Fahrenheit, until they are dry and brittle. The colonists' devastation of native tribes, Walking Woman notes, kept many of the survivors on the run and "broke a lot of the traditions that we had with regard to what we were doing and how we were getting our food. Hope you are having nice weather and time to get out and enjoy it. ", The pairings do seem limitless, though Gyawali admits he's finally learned one big reason why there's no Texas industry around the mesquite bean. Fur, hair, dander, feces, or something else not so obvious may have been left behind by an animal that was in the tree, or a person may simply have a sensitivity/allergy to mesquite trees. In addition to its protein content, mesquite flour contains significant amounts of magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, and calcium, as noted by Wittenberg. Some healers applied the sap as a protective coating on lesions or chewed the leaves and placed the mass on stings to alleviate pain and swelling. Directions. Austin baker Sandeep Gyawali is on a mission to revive culinary interest in the mesquite bean. It doesn't take a lot of some toxins to make people sick when those toxins seep into the ground water or the sewers. Question: My large mesquite tree secretes a large amount of sap, especially from where limbs have been cut off. All of the water samples came back very high in nitrate, and we were baffled, as typically nitrate contamination in groundwater is a result of fertilizer use in agriculture. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on May 24, 2019: Kumara, thank you for your inquiry. "The trunk splits in many ways, and that's kinda how to look at it," Gyawali says. While ranchers may be winning the occasional battle, mesquite trees appear to be winning the war! ", Ideas about what to do with mesquite mirror the tree's complex structure, with its shrubby, gnarly bends. To continue the subject of the previous paragraph, the seedpods can be not only sweet, but also quite nutritious. Do you have any idea why two trees of the same species, growing in the same environment would have such significant difference in a physical trait? I guess the delicate lacy leaves are the angel part. Glad you found this article interesting and hopefully informative. Mescal Bean is also known by the names Coral Bean, Colorines, Frijoles . I always find it interesting learning about the different characteristics of trees and other plants for that matter. My little brother was riding his bike from school one day and slopped off the side of the road and impaled his eye dead in the center with a Mesquite tree thorn. I hope all is well with you, my dear friend. All is as well here as it can be I guess. Kari Poulsen from Ohio on January 24, 2015: Very Interesting. Another advantage it has is that its seedpods can lie dormant for as long as 40 years while waiting for just the right conditions for sprouting. Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on January 22, 2015: Since you just visited my page regarding the Southern Magnolia Tree I thought that I would revisit yours regarding the Mesquite Tree. If cooking meat or vegetables, experiment with sprinkling a little bit on top of when cooking to add a bit of sweetness to the dish. Thank you for pointing this out and for stopping by to read this article. Devika Primi from Dubrovnik, Croatia on August 17, 2013: Mesquite Trees Sometimes Called Devil Trees so interesting and thorny, incredible outlook here on this tree. Rest any time the contents get warm (and sticky). They are trees that can tolerate nearly any abuse and survive if not thrive. I'm glad you enjoyed this article! The region of the country you live in, as well as the climate may make a difference, along with how much precipitation occurs that particular year. Blessings to you also. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on December 18, 2013: Diogenes, believe I answered your query yesterday. The thorns are indeed wicked. Please accept my apology for taking so long to respond. Other uses The Pima Indians used the black tar as a hair dye. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on April 20, 2017: Bob F., thank you for reading, and for sharing this unfortunate accident with me and my readers. hide caption. Answer: So far as I know, trees, regardless of what kind they are, do not "learn". Mesquite pods contain about 25% fiber. Turned out the nitrogen "contamination" was a natural by-product of the local mesquite population. You can pop them right off the branch and eat the pods like jumbo green beans, or mash them into a fine powder to make flour, jelly, or even cocktails. I have added an additional section to my original article above in accordance with these findings, as well as including Ms. Laminacks explanation as to why the length of thorns may vary. Description Mesquite is a small to medium height tree or shrub, thorny and single stemmed or branching near the ground. Lay the pods out in an even layer on a baking sheet tray. Some years the pods may drop faster than others, because of weather, etc. Pods torn to the ground by wind and soaked by rain develop harmful aflatoxins, so monsoon season effectively ends mesquite foraging each year. How to make mesquite bean flour Swish the beans around in the water for about 5 minutes and then drain the water. . Mesquite Bean Chicken $11.39 chicken breast topped with shaved ham, bacon, sauteed onions, mushrooms, and cheese Chicken Fried Steak $10.89 hand breaded and texas sized Chicken Fried Chicken $10.89 Chicken Strips $9.29 "Wouldn't be a good menu without 'em" Served with cream gravy Meatloaf $9.89 Big ol' hunk of meatloaf just like mama used to make Strain through cheese cloth. Au fait (the author of this article) on April 25, 2016: Yoyo, thank you for coming by and commenting. Answer: Under optimum conditions a mesquite tree can reach 40 feet tall and live for 100 years. Snap the pods into smaller segments and pulverize them into a fine powder in a food processor, blender or tabletop grain mill. you will find several answers. A friend of mine once recounted his evening of clubbing after taking magic beans, describing them as transporting him to an entirely new . I hate them. Sorry I did not get a chance to call you yesterday. . Dense with fiber and protein, the bean (whose name is rooted in an Aztec word, mizquitl) concentrates its sugar in the pulp between the pod's shell and the seeds. Normal preparation uses the red beans of the plant to make a psychedelic drink. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on November 08, 2013: rcorcutt, thank you for reading and sharing your experience with mesquite trees. Although it contains the potent hallucinogenic alkaloid mescaline, the peyote cactus (Lophophora williamsii) is not related to the leguminous shrub called mescal bean (Sophora secundiflora); however, they do inhabit a similar range in the arid lands of the southwestern United States and Mexico.They are also not related to the highly intoxicating beverage called "mescal" or "mezcal", made from . The thorns look mean & nasty! "It's kind of like our equivalent of the chicory coffee of New Orleans it's Texas coffee. You can tell if the pod is ripe. Wild foraging for mesquite pods. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on August 08, 2013: Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on August 05, 2013: Came back to share this hub again by tweeting. It's a process kids can get into! Spread the slices out on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until the pods are crispy.4. Wisachae! Mix the eggs, sugar, milk, and mesquite flour and place this mixture in a flan mold that has been lined with the carmel. Scientist and mesquite researcher Peter Felker, a partner in the flour importer Casa de Mesquite, says that attitudes about mesquite depend on the culture: "In Texas they're bulldozing, in Argentina they're planting." That's partly why it melds so well with other ingredients, and why the Texas Mesquite Movement, launched by Gyawali and built through his partnerships with other Austin makers, has been so fruitful. Top Commonly Used Middle Eastern Spices and Herbs. It is so hard that it is sometimes called Texas ironwood. The only thorny besterd I know is you, Sweetie, but I do know a lot of prickly ones . I used to say, 'Oh that's a sweet one, I'll grab that one.' Those thorns are tough as nails, according to Mary G. Ramos, self-described editor emerita, writing for Texas State Historical Association Texas Almanac. If you collect fallen bean pods, you may notice small holes in the pods. :). The people he worked with "went crazy for it.". That edema doesn't' sound good at all. Not positive about the rocky slopes, since we don't have a lot of those around where I live, but everywhere else you mentioned, and more. 1lb cleaned and dried Mesquite beans. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on February 24, 2014: PegCole17, you are most welcome. A Native Texan once told me that Texas is one of the most inhospitable places to humans on the planet, coming in just behind Australia. Barry, I want to thank you also for sharing your experience with the drilling issue. Thank you for stopping by. Pulse on low to medium speed until about half of the contents are a mealy consistency. Deborah-Diane from Orange County, California on March 16, 2013: I lived for 25 years in Texas where mesquite trees are common, yet I never knew much about them until I read this article. A couple of the things that make this tree so hardy is that it can adapt and do well in any kind of soil except soggy. I have asked several people your question and they have somewhat different answers. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on January 26, 2015: C E Clark (author) from North Texas on January 25, 2015: Patricia (pstraubie48), thank you for reading and commenting on this article, and for G+ing, tweeting, and pinning it, and for the votes too! Also for the votes and the pin. Is mesquite a bush or a tree? They are not human (or animal) friendly to say the least. Not only are these lil' wormy monsters harmless legumes, they're actually edible. The agents there should be able to tell you all about the trees that grow in your area and much more. hide caption. It took a couple of hours at a low . Janet E. Laminack, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulture agent, says thorns may vary in length within any one of the mesquite species simply because no two individuals are exactly the same. While many ranchers try to eradicate the mesquite tree, Clay Coppedge, writing for Texas Co-op Power, says everything they have done to accomplish that end so far has favored the mesquite tree. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on June 14, 2013: Thank you for stopping in Diogenes -- Bobby -- and for sharing a ditty of sorts. Voted up and sharing with followers and on Facebook. He's also a fan of mesquite in cold brew. I'm hunting mesquite trees, and they bite. "We, especially the children, also just sucked on the sweet pods as a treat," she adds. If I may.. the picture right under "Thorns a Plenty!" Are mesquite beans hallucinogenic? Hope all is well with you also. Mesquite trees are not sex specific; in other words, they are not male or female in variety. The Mesquite pods are green and when they ripen they turn cream-colored and get dry and hard. Informative, and you have such a great hub, well presented with photos and educational. But the pods from mesquite trees are edible when harvested and processed into a powder or flour. It should snap when you break it and vary in color from light brown to red or purple. 4. Also, be sure to take advantage of the county agriculture agent who will know the answers to all your questions about mesquite here in Texas and much more. Today, its uncommon to find mesquite bean flour in stores or chefs cooking with it, although it is starting to gain notoriety as a gluten allergy-friendly flour. Like my dear friend Shyron, I hope your brother did not lose his sight in that eye, although it's hard to imagine otherwise. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on March 19, 2013: Thank you Deborah-Diane for reading and commenting on this hub! There are 44 species of Prosopisworldwide, with three found in California and the surrounding areas. Not many people familiar with mesquite trees would pay cash for a seedling. And using straight, thornless varieties, mesquite could be developed into a lumber industry. If there is any doubt, it is better to go hungry. Mesquite trees are not known for being delicate -- not here in Texas anyway. I go around trimming every single twig away from the more established branches. Many people are probably not familiar with this type of tree. They are all over the place out in west Texas where I was born. Karen Hudes/for NPR The beans of this plant contain cytisine, a toxic pyridine that causes nausea, convulsions, hallucinations, and even death if taken in too large quantities. Example: Dodge County, Wisconsin agricultural office. It will stop the pain over night when it is so bad it throbs when below my heart and no chance of movement because of extreme pain. Combine all ingredients until well blended. So glad you enjoy this subject. I have just recently updated this article including new information. Mesquite seedpods or beans can lie dormant for up to 40 years, waiting for conditions to be just right for sprouting! Ha! . Sharon, thank you for commenting and sharing your views on theses trees. Yet she has vivid memories of collecting dried beans while the adults ground the pods into flour in a mortar. The seedpods can get up to 10 inches long. But before you chow down, consider this. Marjorie Woodruff, Ph.D., warns: Remember that a plant which is eaten by animals is not necessarily safe for human consumption. Is it possible it needs nutrients such as zinc & iron? Now it's to stay warmer at night again for a few days. Then -I cooked the gallon of pulpy liquid down with 2C brown sugar, 1 C agave nectar, 1C of my Meyer lemon juice, 2 tsp cinnamon, 3/4 tsp salt, and 4 tsp of fruit pectin. Glad you found it interesting. Hope it will be helpful to you. Collect the ripe bean pods using a small rake to pull down the branches so you can reach the beans. I think you may have mixed this hub up with a different one, but thanks for stopping by just the same! I hope they are surrounding you and keeping you safe right this minute too. Mesquite is the most common shrub/small tree of the desert southwest. In the next year or year and a half, my wife and I will be moving to Mission, Texas. Summer of 2019 was our first year doing our own program so the process is bound to improve, however we had a great example to start with because of the encouragement and assistance . C E Clark (author) from North Texas on November 07, 2013: Thank you moonlake, for pinning and sharing this article! Happy to once again share this hub of yours. Sorry to hear that you have had so many problems with these trees. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on July 05, 2015: Shyron, so good to see you again and glad you find this article interesting. Shop for the flour from Amazon and Casa de Mesquite. Most people are tearing their hair out trying to find a way to be rid of the ones they have. Thank you. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on October 02, 2018: Luciano, thank you for letting me and my readers know that there is at least one person in the world who loves these trees. With the Earth's ever-increasing population, alternate methods of food resources are important to investigate to discover how one can nutritionally thrive during environmental and social disasters, such as droughts, food shortages, etc. Mesquite trees are fascinating - years ago as a hydro-geologist I worked on a project where a water well was drilled in native desert to explore for water resources. I was unable to find a clear and definitive answer to your question regarding the sex of mesquite trees in correlation to the length of their thorns in my usual research. Otherwise, I'm not aware of any special use it has. They can reach up to 50 feet tall with a branch spread of 40 feet or more, or they can turn into a shrub with many trunks. Except for Mesquite that is, at least in my general area. You are simply a Master, Au fait.UP+++ pinned. . Answer: I don't know for sure how much water would be optimum for Mesquite trees, but I do know they are very difficult to kill once they have a good start. If it makes you cringe, move on to the next tree. The mesquite trees provide food for livestock when grass is not plentiful or downright non-existent, and shade to some extent, though it tends to have a lot of sunny patches included. I just came back to read your hub about the horrid tree again. Texas quite obviously is home to a vast supply of these trees. C E Clark (author) from North Texas on March 14, 2013: Thank you Glenda Jacks for stopping by and reading/leaving a comment. Google it, you should find it easily. I do not know if that is true, but I do know that Texas has its share (and maybe a little more) of all the things that man talked about. I had the vague notion that surely a tree would only develop thorns this long if it were protecting something good. You might want to peruse the comments on this article as you will learn about some of the experiences people have had with these trees, and that may help answer your question. Serve the pods with a side of ranch dressing or salsa. Since the person who took the photo labeled them as mesquite thorns I figured s/he knew more about it than I do. Mash with a potato masher, or the like. I have never tried to do anything with mesquite trees, but I know people who cuss them continually, so prepare for a difficult experience. The mesquite-bean pod was a staple in the Indians' diet and was even considered a luxury by some groups. Sift the meal. Hopefully the info below will be helpful to you: Ms. Clark, I find this tree/shrub fascinating after reading your article. Botanical aspects and preparation Psilocybin mushrooms grow in moist, warmer environments in the greatest abundance. By Layla Eplett on August 8, 2012. The 15th annual Mesquite Milling & Fiesta, hosted by the Community Food Bank, took place at the Mercado San Agustin, 100 S. Avenida del Convento, June 22, 2017. ", Rediscovering old flavors and creating new ones, Mesquite flour stirred into butter has a unique sweet flavor, and is especially good on homemade bread. Question: Should mesquite trees be covered when we have a hard freeze here in Arizona? Good to see you. In California, this large group is represented by 50 genera. As a legume, mesquites are one of the few sources of fixed nitrogenin the desert habitat. My best advice to you is to contact your county agricultural office/agent. I had a mesquite thorn get me in the right hand little finger knuckle over a week ago. The Mesquite powder benefits come from its high fiber content, low glycemic index, high mineral content, potential anti-fungal properties, immune-boosting abilities and high protein percentage. So helpful! Some have said it's nasty if it has been allowed to dry well. Mesquite trees are one of the toughest trees known to man, with more than 40 species worldwide and 7 of those species growing in Texas. Mesquite pod flour adds flavor andd sweetness to many foods. This food was once important to indigenous people in Texas but is now largely overlooked. I kept forgetting to mention it when we talked. I have never seen mesquite seed pods in a grocery store here. The leaves of the mesquite trees are so lacy looking and pretty. I still remember seeing loads of them in South Texas. The trees may develop their pods at slightly different times in the spring depending on when winter ends. Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on March 24, 2014: Will pin this interesting hub to my Awesome Hubpages board on Pinterest. I've eaten mesquite meal before and thought it was delicious. What is mesquite fruit? Mesquite bean flour or powder is most commonly found online. These taproots and their depth are the reason why honey mesquite trees are drought resistant. hide caption. While harvesters pay around $15 dollars for three to four pounds of flour, they can turn around and sell it for $15 a pound, she said. Seedpods are the means by which the mesquite tree propagates itself, and those seedpods can be up to 10 inches long. HubPages is a registered trademark of The Arena Platform, Inc. Other product and company names shown may be trademarks of their respective owners. Tea made from mesquite leaves was used for headaches and stomach trouble. 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