Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Showy flowers
Growth Habit
Upright with wide-spreading crown
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable (ornamental use)
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Tree
Planting Season
Spring–Summer
Fruit Size
Long flat seed pods
Plant Height
10–15 m
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
10–12
Container Garden
No
Plant Spacing
6–8 m
Planting Depth
2–3 cm
Growing Conditions
Warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the botanical name of the Orange Flamboyant Tree?
What is the botanical name of the Orange Flamboyant Tree?
The botanical name is Delonix regia, a tropical ornamental tree known for its broad canopy and showy flowers.
What color flowers does the Flamboyant Tree produce?
What color flowers does the Flamboyant Tree produce?
It is best known for vibrant warm-colored flowers that create a striking ornamental display during the flowering season.
What growing conditions does Delonix regia prefer?
What growing conditions does Delonix regia prefer?
It prefers warm temperatures, full sun, fertile well-drained soil, and adequate moisture during active growth.
Can Orange Flamboyant Tree be grown in containers?
Can Orange Flamboyant Tree be grown in containers?
Young plants can be grown in large containers temporarily, although mature trees require substantial space for their canopy and roots.
How large can a Flamboyant Tree become?
How large can a Flamboyant Tree become?
Under suitable tropical conditions, it can develop into a large spreading tree with a broad canopy.
Where can Flamboyant Tree be planted?
Where can Flamboyant Tree be planted?
It is suitable for spacious tropical and subtropical landscapes, avenues, large gardens, and other areas where its mature size can be accommodated.