Catclaw (Senegalia greggii) is a shrub in the Legume family known for its fragrant fuzzy flowers and spines on its branches. The genus Senegalia was formerly classified with the Acacias, and some sources still refer to it by that name. Common names for this species include Catclaw Acacia, Catclaw Mesquite, Gregg’s Catclaw, Devil’s Claw, Paradise Flower, and Wait-a-minute Bush.
Plant away from places where the spines can catch you. It can make a good barrier planting.
Birds use this plant for shelter and building nests. The fruit is a legume pod valued by wildlife.