Dolichandrone spathacea (Mangrove Trumpet Tree)

Dolichandrone spathacea, Mangrove Trumpet Tree

Botanical name: Dolichandrone spathacea

Common name: Mangrove Trumpet Tree

Family: Bignoniaceae

Origin: India

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowers

Flowers trumpet-shaped large white delicate with ruffled edges, in clusters of 2-10 flowers.

The flower is edible and it is part of Thai cuisine.



Dolichandrone spathacea, Mangrove Trumpet Tree
Dolichandrone spathacea, Mangrove Trumpet Tree


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