Caesalpinia mexicana |
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Mexican Bird Of Paradise |
Description
This large shrub, 15' tall and wide, has fragrant lemon yellow flowers in 3"-6" long racemes. In colder areas, it is an herbaceous perennial, often to only 3'-6' tall. It has fern, lush green foliage and spectacular flowers. It will tolerate heat morethan other species. It grows moderately fast and needs well drained soil. Seeds are distributed by pods splitting but seedlings are easily controlled. Pods and seeds may be poisonous. In the low desert, it is evergreen and can bloom all year round.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showyflower, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Parkingstrip, Patio, Publicpark, Raisedplanter, Walkways, Withrocks
Special Uses
Massplanting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Plant shrubs and trees in groupings according to similarity of water requirements; then water each "hydrozone" according to its needs.
