Peltophorum pterocarpum

Yellow Poinciana, Copperpod, Yellow Flame Tree

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Pollard, specimen, street tree
Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m
Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Purple, red
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded, spreading or horizontal, vase
Attributes and features Naturalizing