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Botanical Name: Peltophorum inerme
Common Names: Copperpod, Yellow Poinciana, Yellow Flame Tree, Rusty Shield Bearer
Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
Origin: Native to tropical Asia, Sri Lanka, and the Indian subcontinent; widely planted across Africa, Southeast Asia, and tropical coastal regions.
Peltophorum inerme is a large, fast-growing ornamental tree celebrated for its umbrella-like canopy, feathery foliage, and bright clusters of golden-yellow flowers. It typically grows 15–25 meters tall, making it a popular choice as a shade and avenue tree.
Leaves: Large, bipinnate, fern-like, with numerous small leaflets giving a soft, feathery look.
Flowers: Showy, golden-yellow, crinkled petals in dense clusters; bloom mainly in summer and early monsoon.
Pods: Flat, dark brown seed pods that hang from the branches, persisting after flowering.
Bark & Canopy: Rough, dark bark; wide, spreading canopy that provides dense shade.
Brilliant Blooms: Golden-yellow flowers cover the tree, resembling a “yellow flame.”
Shade Provider: Its wide canopy makes it excellent for avenues, parks, and gardens.
Coastal Tolerance: Salt- and wind-resistant, making it suitable for coastal planting.
Fast Growth: Establishes quickly and grows into a large shade tree.
Ornamental Value – A favorite avenue and landscape tree for its spectacular floral display.
Shade Tree – Provides dense, cool shade in gardens, parks, and streets.
Timber Use (Locally) – Wood is used for furniture, posts, and general utility.
Erosion Control – Strong root system helps stabilize sandy and coastal soils.
Cultural Importance – Often planted as a decorative tree in civic landscapes.
Light: Thrives in full sun.
Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soils; tolerates coastal and saline soils.
Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
Temperature: Suited for tropical and subtropical climates; not frost-hardy.
Pruning: Minimal; can be shaped when young.
Propagation: Grown from seeds (which may need scarification for faster germination).
✅ Best For:
Avenue and roadside planting
Large gardens, parks, and public landscapes
Coastal and tropical landscaping
Gardeners seeking a fast-growing, spectacular shade tree with golden blooms
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