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Spathodea campanulata

Also Known As

  • Spathodea nilotica
  • African Tulip Tree
  • Firebell
  • Flame of The Forest
  • Fountain Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 6'-20'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Spathodea campanulata plant details

Spathodea campanulata is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Spathodea campanulata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Spathodea campanulata

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Spathodea campanulata plant

How to Grow Spathodea campanulata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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