Poitea carinalis (Caribwood)

Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood

Botanical names: Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis

Common name: Caribwood

Family: Fabaceae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterPink flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
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This is the Dominica National Flower. It is a rare deciduous tropical tree for small gardens. Trees can be spotted a mile away when in full bloom, it is a stunning scarlet red display of flowers in late Winter to early Spring.


Similar plants: Poitea carinalis (Caribwood)




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