Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia)

Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower close up, showing trumpet shape and delicate petal edges.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower with wide trumpet opening and soft thin petal edges.

Botanical name: Markhamia lutea

Common names: Gold Markhamia, Yellow Bell Bean Tree

Family: Bignoniaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

This subtropical tree or shrub has lush tropical looking foliage and striking yellow trumpet flowers, often with red veining or spots, in panicles. Leaves are very large, growing over 1 ft long. Beautiful ornamental that is rare in cultivation. Will take both sun or shade.

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Similar plants: Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia)


Image gallery: 12 images
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) bright green leaves growing on a small branch close up.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with elongated, vibrant green foliage visible on the plant branch.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower close up resting on a large green leaf
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower lying on a large green leaf background
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) plant with dense green leaves and lighter foliage shade.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) showing dense, layered green foliage with lighter, yellow-toned leaves near base.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) plant with textured green leaves on a thin woody branch
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) showing detailed foliage with many oval leaves arranged on thin branches
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) plant with yellow flower clusters and lush green leaves
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) plant with yellow flower clusters and lush green foliage
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower, close up of trumpet shaped petals on stem
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) trumpet shaped yellow flower cluster opening among deep green leaves.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with yellow flowers and elongated green leaves in close up.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) branches with vibrant yellow trumpet flowers and lush elongated green foliage.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower close up capturing delicate petals against deep green foliage.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with funnel-shaped yellow flower clusters attached to sturdy stems and foliage.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with yellow flower and lush green leaves on a plant branch
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) branches carrying vibrant yellow flowers nestled among long serrated green foliage segments.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower and long brown seed pods on the plant.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with yellow flowers and hanging seed pods among many green leaves.
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower and green leaves close up on tree branch
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower clusters amid green pinnate leaves on slender tree branch
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) yellow flower close up with green leaves in the background
Markhamia lutea (Gold Markhamia) with trumpet shaped yellow flower among green leaves on the branch


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