Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood)

Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood) with green leaves on a young woody plant stem.
Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood) young plant with many green leaves against a blue sky background.

Botanical name: Xylia xylocarpa

Common names: Burma Ironwood, Pyinkado, Jambu

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Vietnam

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
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.
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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This handsome tree from Vietnam is very conspicuous in the flowering season owing to its bright yellow flowers. X. xylocarpa produces hardwood, and in Vietnam it is classified as an ironwood with its name referring to use in traditional cart making. The seeds of this tree are edible. This tree is considered a medicinal plant in India.


Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood) with vibrant green leaves on a close up branch
Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood) showing detailed green leaves attached to a woody stem


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Xylia xylocarpa (Burma Ironwood) with green leaves on a young woody plant stem.

6322 Xylia xylocarpa - Burma Ironwood, Pyinkado

Burma Ironwood, Pyinkado, Jambu. This handsome tree from Vietnam is very conspicuous in the flowering season owing to its bright yellow flowers. X. xylocarpa produces hardwood, and in Vietnam it is classified as an ironwood with its name referring to use in traditional cart making. The seeds of this tree are edible. This tree is considered a medicinal plant in India.
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