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 Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterPink flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical 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.

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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Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood
Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood
Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood
Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood
Poitea carinalis, Sabinea carinalis, Caribwood


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