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
Landscape Use(s)
Feature, Park And Gardens, Roundabouts / Splitters, Tropical Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Fabaceae SouthAmerica
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate, Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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