Invasive species
Huizache is referred to as an invasive species, both in its native regions (Mexico, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas) and where it has been introduced (Indonesia, Iraq, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Australia, French Polynesia, Solomon Islands, Fiji, New Caledonia, and Vanuatu)(CABI, 2018).
Soil improver and erosion control
Huizache is a N-fixing tree that has positive effects on the nitrogen status of the soil (Erkovan et al., 2016; Herrera-Arreola et al., 2007). It increases soil organic matter when it drops its leaves, thus improving soil structure and subsequent water infiltration (Herrera-Arreola et al., 2007). Huizache can bind sandy soils (Erkovan et al., 2016).