Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean

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Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean

Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata
Family: Bignoniaceae
Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Origin: East Africa
large shrub 5-10 ft

subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Small tree with smooth or rough gray bark and odd-pinnate 2-4 pairs opposite leaf up to 18" long, asymmetric acuminate leaflets are medium. Elliptic or ovate. Funnel shaped yellow flowers with maroon stripes in the throat. Begins to bloom when 3-5 ft tall. Grows well even in poor soil. Fruits are in a slender capsule. Seeds winged. Germination is rapid. Growth rate is moderate during the first year. Good potential for containers.

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Markhamia zanzibarica var. Aurea

After the flower falls off, the pedicle looks like a miniature lily

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2078 Markhamia zanzibarica - Bell Bean Tree
Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean. Very rare plant, with large lush leaves and dark red flowers.

3 gal pot

1 Plant(s) in stock

29.95

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