Saraca dives (Sorrowless Tree)

Saraca dives, Saraca chinensis, Sorrowless Tree, Birth Tree of Buddha

Botanical names: Saraca dives, Saraca chinensis

Common names: Sorrowless Tree, Birth Tree of Buddha

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Indo-China

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

According to legend, the Queen of the Jiapiluowei Kingdom (2500 years before today), gave birth to Sakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism, under this tree.

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