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Caesalpinia ferrea

Botanical Name
Caesalpinia ferrea
Common Names
Syn Libidibia ferrea, Pau Ferro, Brazilian Ironwood, Leopard Tree,
Medium semi-deciduous exotic tree with an open crown and feathery green foliage. Masses of tiny bell-shaped yellow flowers appear in Spring. A smooth patchy, cream, brown/grey trunk make this tree a great feature. Grows approx. 15m tall. Also known as Libidibia ferrea.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Caesalpinia ferrea Syn Libidibia ferrea, Pau Ferro, Brazilian Ironwood, Leopard Tree,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Broad Domed, Upright

Description:
Medium semi-deciduous exotic tree with an open crown and feathery green foliage. Masses of tiny bell-shaped yellow flowers appear in Spring. A smooth patchy, cream, brown/grey trunk make this tree a great feature. Grows approx. 15m tall. Also known as Libidibia ferrea.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained