The Magic of 3
top tropical trees
from the legends of Caribbean
Yellow Poinciana, Jacaranda, and Royal Poinciana:
Three happy colors of the Tropics
While traveling through the vibrant and diverse Caribbean, we acquired three exquisite local paintings. Two of these
are masterfully rendered on jacaranda wood plates, and the third is beautifully
crafted on a calabash. These stunning pieces of art celebrate the three most
spectacular and revered flowering trees of the Tropics: Yellow Poinciana, Jacaranda, and
Royal Poinciana.
These trees are not only visually stunning but also deeply embedded in
Caribbean culture, legends, and folk remedies.
The Yellow
Poinciana, with its bright golden blossoms, is often associated with joy and
sunlight, symbolizing the warmth of the Caribbean spirit.
The Jacaranda,
known for its striking lavender-blue flowers, is a symbol of wisdom and
rebirth, often blooming in a breathtaking display that signals the change of
seasons.
The Royal
Poinciana, with its fiery red and orange flowers, is a symbol of passion and
energy, often referred to as the "Flamboyant" tree due to its bold and dramatic
appearance.
These trees hold a special place in the hearts of the Caribbean people.
They are featured in numerous local stories and songs, and their flowers and
leaves are used in traditional remedies and rituals. Owning these paintings
feels like possessing a piece of the Caribbean's soul and its natural
beauty.
Now, we are fortunate to have not only the paintings but also the actual
trees. Watching them grow and bloom in our garden brings a piece of the
Caribbean to our home, a constant reminder of our travels and the vibrant culture
we experienced. These trees and their representations in art are a testament
to the region's rich heritage and its enduring connection to nature.
Get them now while we have them. No need to go too far into
Caribbean!
Peltophorum
africanum - Golden Flamboyant, Yellow Poinciana. An excellent garden shade
tree, beautiful in flower. This variety starts flowering at young age, in 3
gal pot.
Jacaranda
mimosifolia - Hypnotizing bluish-purple, trumpet-like flowers create the
magical image of the tree. Incredible, long-lasting purple blooms. When the
trumpet-shaped blooms finally fall, they form a lilac carpet beneath the
awe-inspiring Jacaranda for luxuriant curb appeal...
Royal
poinciana, Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia - "One of the most spectacular
flowering trees in the USA, and probably among the top 10 on this planet. In full
bloom, it is like a regal elephant caparisoned in red and yellow brilliance."
(Larry M. Schokman, The Kampong, National Tropical Botanic Garden)
