Yuma, AZ Tree Protection: Heritage & Protected Trees (2026)
Key Facts
- Heritage Program
- None
- State Protection
- AZDA protects certain native cacti
- Common Trees
- Mesquite, palo verde, ironwood, citrus, date palms
- River Trees
- Cottonwood and willow along Colorado River
Summary
Yuma does not have a heritage tree program or ordinance. Arizona state law protects certain native cacti statewide. Yuma's primary large native trees are mesquite, palo verde, and cottonwood along the Colorado River.
(a) Twenty days before the plants are destroyed over an area of less than one acre. (b) Thirty days before the plants are destroyed over an area of one acre or more but less than forty acres. (c) Sixty days before the plants are destroyed over an area of forty acres or more. 4. The protected plants are destroyed within one year of the date of destruction disclosed in the notice given the department in paragraph 3 of this subsection.
Full Breakdown
Yuma has no formal heritage tree program. Arizona's native plant law (AZDA) protects certain cacti statewide. Yuma's primary native trees include mesquite, palo verde, and desert ironwood. Cottonwood and willow trees are found along the Colorado River corridor. Non-native trees (citrus, date palms, eucalyptus) are common in irrigated urban areas but not protected by ordinance.
Violations & Fines
Removal of state-protected native plants violates state law.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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