Full Sun
Tender
11b
USDA zone
7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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Flowering
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Spathodea Overview
Small genus consisting of just 1 species of evergreen tree typically grown for its overall appearance and blooms. Foliage is large and pinnately divided. Native to tropical dry forest environments in Africa, this genus has the common names African tulip tree, fountain tree, pichkari and Nandi flame. Commonly seen throughout the tropics, this species is grown as an ornamental tree for its showy red, orange and sometimes yellow flowers. These are cup-shaped, with frilly petal edges and can hold water.
Common problems with Spathodea
How to propagate Spathodea
Seed
Seed in spring.
Cuttings
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Other uses of Spathodea
Grown for their flowers, mainly from autumn to spring and their overall appearance.