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Handroanthus serratifolius (Handroanthus serratifolius)

Handroanthus serratifolius is a striking tropical tree known for its vibrant yellow flowers and durable wood. Also called Yellow Trumpet Tree.

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Sunlight

Requires full sun for best flowering and growth.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Requires full sun for best flowering and growth.

Protect young plants from intense midday sun.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

8-12 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

8-12 cm

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Synonyms
Bignonia araliacea Cham.
Bignonia flavescens Vell.
Bignonia serratifolia Vahl
Gelseminum araliaceum (Cham.) Kuntze
Handroanthus araliaceus (Cham.) Mattos
Handroanthus atractocarpus (Bureau & K.Schum.) Mattos
Handroanthus flavescens (Vell.) Mattos
Tabebuia araliacea (Cham.) Morong & Britton
Tabebuia serratifolia (Vahl) G.Nicholson
Tecoma araliacea (Cham.) DC.
Tecoma atractocarpa Bureau & K.Schum.
Tecoma conspicua DC.
Tecoma patrisiana DC.
Tecoma serratifolia (Vahl) G.Don
Vitex moronensis Moldenke
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyBignoniaceae
  • genusHandroanthus
  • speciesHandroanthus serratifolius
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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