Mexican Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia pulcherrima is a species of flowering plant in the pea family, Fabaceae, native to the tropics and subtropics of the Americas. It could be native to the West Indies, but its exact origin is unknown due to widespread cultivation. Common names for this species include poinciana, peacock flower, red bird of paradise, Mexican bird of paradise, dwarf poinciana, pride of Barbados, flos pavonis, and flamboyant-de-jardin. The Hawaiian name for this plant is ʻohai aliʻi.
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Drought tolerant, low maintenance....planted 2 years ago in unamended, well drained native soil, it has been blooming at least 2 months, even in the 100F-plus heat.
Will try to propagate from cuttings, and from the seeds in the bean-like pods. Hope to see some volunteers, too. 😉
Six-image slideshow: 3 pics in the morning when it was cool & overcast, then 3 later at ~5pm as it lit up in the afternoon sun.
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Links to growing & purchasing info.
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