catclaw

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erect shrub with small if any spines having racemes of white to yellow flowers followed by curved pointed pods and black shiny seeds; West Indies and Florida

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Catclaw is a type of plant or vine, typically found in desert or arid regions, characterized by small, curved thorns that resemble a cats claw. It belongs to the Acacia family. It is also known as Catclaw Acacia because its claw-like thorns may catch and tear clothing like a cats claw. This plant is native to Southwestern United States and Mexico.