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The Poinciana is a beautiful ornamental shade tree, with masses of showy red blooms that dominate its broad canopy in summer.
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Availability date: 1/11/2016
OTHER COMMON NAMES
Flambouyant Tree, Royal Poinciana, Fire Tree, Flame Tree, Peacock Flower
ORIGIN
Native to dry deciduous forests in Madagascar
USES
Medicinal - studies of flowers, leaves, stem and bark suggest medicinal properties include antimicrobial, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, wound healing, diuretic, antidiarrheal, cytotoxic, antiulcer, anthelmintic, and phytoremediative.
Family | Fabaceae |
Origin | Exotic |
Size | Medium tree (8-15m) |
Decid/Evergr | Deciduous |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Uses | Shade Trees |
Sun Exposure | Full sun |
Life Cycle | Perennial |
Frost Resistance | Low |
Wind Tolerance | Moderate |
Dry Tolerance | High |
Flower Colour | Red |
Scented Flowers | No |
Aromatic Foliage | No |
Flower Season | Summer |