Markhamia zanzibarica (Bell Bean Tree)

Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean. Markhamia zanzibarica var. Aurea
Markhamia zanzibarica var. Aurea

Botanical names: Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata

Common names: Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean

Family: Bignoniaceae

Origin: East Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

Small tree with smooth or rough gray bark and odd-pinnate 2-4 pairs opposite leaf up to 18" long, asymmetric acuminate leaflets are medium. Elliptic or ovate. Funnel shaped yellow flowers with maroon stripes in the throat. Begins to bloom when 3-5 ft tall. Grows well even in poor soil. Fruits are in a slender capsule. Seeds winged. Germination is rapid. Growth rate is moderate during the first year. Good potential for containers.

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Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean. Markhamia zanzibarica var. Aurea
Markhamia zanzibarica var. Aurea
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean. After the flower falls off, the pedicle looks like a miniature lily
After the flower falls off, the pedicle looks like a miniature lily
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean
Markhamia zanzibarica, Markhamia acuminata, Bell Bean Tree, Maroon Bell-bean


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