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African tulip tree, Spathodea Campanulata seeds
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Spathodea campanulata (African Tulip Tree) Seeds
Spathodea campanulata, commonly known as the African Tulip Tree, is a fast-growing, evergreen tree from the Bignoniaceae family. Native to tropical Africa, this striking tree is valued for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers and lush foliage, making it a popular ornamental choice for gardens, parks, and streetscapes. Its rapid growth and ecological benefits also contribute to its global popularity.
Characteristics:
• Plant Description: The African Tulip Tree grows up to 10–25 meters tall, with a straight trunk and a rounded, spreading canopy. Its large, glossy, green pinnate leaves provide dense shade. The tree produces clusters of bright orange-red, trumpet-shaped flowers with golden-yellow edges that bloom year-round in tropical climates. The flowers are followed by long, green seed pods that dry and split open, releasing winged seeds.
• Growth Habit: A robust, fast-growing tree with a broad, dense canopy ideal for providing shade.
• Climate Adaptability: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, tolerating a range of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.
Uses and Benefits:
• Ornamental Value: Renowned for its showy flowers, the African Tulip Tree is a favorite for landscaping in parks, avenues, and large gardens.
• Shade Tree: Its dense canopy makes it an excellent choice for creating shaded areas in urban and rural landscapes.
• Ecological Role: The tree’s flowers provide nectar for birds, bees, and other pollinators, supporting local biodiversity.
• Soil Stabilization: Its root system helps stabilize soil, making it suitable for planting on slopes and erosion-prone areas.
• Traditional Uses: In some cultures, parts of the tree are used in folk medicine for their anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.
Cultivation:
• Sowing: Sow seeds in well-drained soil in nursery beds or pots. Cover lightly with soil and keep consistently moist. Germination occurs within 2–3 weeks under warm conditions.
• Growth Conditions: Prefers full sun and grows well in fertile, well-drained soils with moderate moisture. While drought-tolerant once established, regular watering encourages faster growth during the initial stages.
• Maintenance: A low-maintenance tree requiring occasional pruning to remove dead branches and maintain its shape.
Unique Features:
• Spectacular Blooms: The bright orange-red flowers create a stunning visual impact, attracting pollinators and adding vibrancy to landscapes.
• Rapid Growth: Ideal for quick greening projects, shade, and ornamental purposes.
• Ecological Benefits: Supports wildlife and improves soil stability in degraded areas.
Note:
In some regions, the African Tulip Tree is considered invasive due to its rapid growth and self-seeding nature. Proper management is essential to prevent overgrowth.
Shipping:
Available for shipping within India and worldwide. Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 weeks.
From Deodar Seeds Company.
Spathodea campanulata, commonly known as the African Tulip Tree, is a fast-growing, evergreen tree from the Bignoniaceae family. Native to tropical Africa, this striking tree is valued for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers and lush foliage, making it a popular ornamental choice for gardens, parks, and streetscapes. Its rapid growth and ecological benefits also contribute to its global popularity.
Characteristics:
• Plant Description: The African Tulip Tree grows up to 10–25 meters tall, with a straight trunk and a rounded, spreading canopy. Its large, glossy, green pinnate leaves provide dense shade. The tree produces clusters of bright orange-red, trumpet-shaped flowers with golden-yellow edges that bloom year-round in tropical climates. The flowers are followed by long, green seed pods that dry and split open, releasing winged seeds.
• Growth Habit: A robust, fast-growing tree with a broad, dense canopy ideal for providing shade.
• Climate Adaptability: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, tolerating a range of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.
Uses and Benefits:
• Ornamental Value: Renowned for its showy flowers, the African Tulip Tree is a favorite for landscaping in parks, avenues, and large gardens.
• Shade Tree: Its dense canopy makes it an excellent choice for creating shaded areas in urban and rural landscapes.
• Ecological Role: The tree’s flowers provide nectar for birds, bees, and other pollinators, supporting local biodiversity.
• Soil Stabilization: Its root system helps stabilize soil, making it suitable for planting on slopes and erosion-prone areas.
• Traditional Uses: In some cultures, parts of the tree are used in folk medicine for their anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.
Cultivation:
• Sowing: Sow seeds in well-drained soil in nursery beds or pots. Cover lightly with soil and keep consistently moist. Germination occurs within 2–3 weeks under warm conditions.
• Growth Conditions: Prefers full sun and grows well in fertile, well-drained soils with moderate moisture. While drought-tolerant once established, regular watering encourages faster growth during the initial stages.
• Maintenance: A low-maintenance tree requiring occasional pruning to remove dead branches and maintain its shape.
Unique Features:
• Spectacular Blooms: The bright orange-red flowers create a stunning visual impact, attracting pollinators and adding vibrancy to landscapes.
• Rapid Growth: Ideal for quick greening projects, shade, and ornamental purposes.
• Ecological Benefits: Supports wildlife and improves soil stability in degraded areas.
Note:
In some regions, the African Tulip Tree is considered invasive due to its rapid growth and self-seeding nature. Proper management is essential to prevent overgrowth.
Shipping:
Available for shipping within India and worldwide. Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 weeks.
From Deodar Seeds Company.
SKU: DEC30
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