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Delonix regia

Beautiful tropical tree having ornamental red-orange-yellow flowers borne almost year-round.

Description: Medium sized tree to 40ft.

Hardiness: Full-grown trees are hardy to 32F and possibly lower, for short periods of time.

Growing Environment: A fast-growing tree, the royal poinciana grows well in full sun and is quite drought tolerant.

Propagation: By seeds.

Flower close-up

Uses: Commonly planted as an ornamental in tropical regions, often along streets and in parks.

Native Range: Native to Madagascar.

More pictures of the Royal Poinciana (click to enlarge)