Peltophorum pterocarpum (Golden Flamboyante) - Video 1

Botanical names: Peltophorum pterocarpum, Caesalpinia ferruginea, Caesalpinia inermis, Inga pterocarpum

Common names: Golden Flamboyante, Yellow Flame Tree, Yellow Poinciana, Copper pod tree, Copperpod

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: India and South East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 30°F

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Ice cream bean
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
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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