Some pod-bearing trees

ACACIAS

These drought-resistant trees with feathery leaves are often found in warm climates and produce golden-yellow flowers. Their name starts with the same letter as a common desert plant.

The clue "Some pod-bearing trees" points to acacias because these trees produce seed pods as part of their natural growth. The word "some" hints that the answer is a plural form, and "pod-bearing" directly describes a key feature of acacia trees. No wordplay is involved—it’s a straightforward definition clue.