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Pink Trumpet Tree (Handroanthus heptaphyllus)

Handroanthus heptaphyllus, the Pink Trumpet Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree known for its profuse display of vibrant pink trumpet-shaped flowers.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy, Clay

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers a location with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and growth.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy, Clay

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost and prolonged cold spells.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed annually in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid excessive nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

10-20 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

5-8 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Bignonia heptaphylla Vell.
Handroanthus eximius (Miq.) Mattos
Tabebuia eximia (Miq.) Sandwith
Tabebuia heptaphylla (Vell.) Toledo
Tabebuia ipe (Mart. ex K.Schum.) Standl.
Tecoma curialis Saldanha
Tecoma eximia Miq.
Tecoma ipe Mart. ex K.Schum.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyBignoniaceae
  • genusHandroanthus
  • speciesHandroanthus heptaphyllus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic

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