Saraca sp. (Saraca)

Saraca sp. (Saraca) tree with lush green leaves and small orange flower clusters
Saraca sp. (Saraca) tree with dense green foliage against a textured stucco wall

Botanical name: Saraca sp.

Common name: Saraca

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Indo-China

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Species:

Saraca cauliflora

Saraca declinata

Saraca dives

Saraca indica

Saraca pierreana

Similar plants: Saraca sp. (Saraca)


Saraca sp. (Saraca) with red flower clusters amidst a canopy of dense green leaves.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) with red flower clusters tucked between many light and dark green leaves.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower and long green leaves on a plant branch close up.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower clusters nestled among long, smooth, pointed green leaves on the branch.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower cluster on rough tree trunk, close up view.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower cluster emerging directly from the textured grey tree trunk.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower clusters grow directly upon the woody tree bark surface.
Saraca sp. (Saraca) orange flower clusters emerge from the sturdy bark of the woody trunk.


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