Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree)

Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower cluster hanging from branch close up view.
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower spike drooping from green foliage on a stem.

Botanical name: Haematoxylum campechianum

Common names: Bloodwood Tree, Campeche, Logwood

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Central America, Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Haematoxylum campechianum is a fast growing ornamental tree that can reach up to 50 feet in height. It produces numerous delicate round leaflets and extremely fragrant yellow flowers. Haematoxylum campechianum was used for a long time as a natural source of dye. The bark and leaves are also used in various medical applications.


Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower cluster close up on woody stem branch
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower spikes emerge from small green leaves on woody stems
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) with yellow flower and green leaves on tree branch
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) with thin branches, small green leaves, and clustered yellow flower
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower spikes with green leaves on a tree branch
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower clusters on a branch amidst small green leaves
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flowers and red buds on a green tree branch
Haematoxylum campechianum (Bloodwood Tree) yellow flower spikes and red buds on a green leafy branch


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