Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Dwarf Poinciana
Scientific Name:Poinciana pulcherrima, Caesalpinia pucherrima
Deciduous shrub
Attributes: attracts hummingbirds, tropical, xeriscapic
Foliage Persistence: deciduous
Annual or Perennial?: perennial
Exposure: partial shade, part sun, full sun
Flower Color: Orange, Red, Yellow
Blooming Period: spring, summer, fall
Height: 6 feet
Width: 6 feet
Heat Tolerance: very high
Water Requirements: low
Additional Comments: Also known as Red Bird of Paradise or Barbados Pride. Tropical plant; protect or expect damage below about 25 degrees F.
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