Spathodea campanulata

African Tulip Tree

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Fast-growing tropical tree with large orange-red trumpet flowers, suitable for landscapes and conservatories, native to Africa.
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Plant Details

Common Name African Tulip Tree
Family Bignoniaceae
Genus Spathodea
Species Campanulata
Origin Tropical West Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, flowers in late spring to summer
Leaf Color Dark green foliage with orange-red blooms
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loamy soil or peat mix with perlite and compost

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Watering

Keep soil moist during active growth, reduce watering in winter, drought tolerant once established

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Sunlight & Care

Needs full sun for optimal flowering, tolerates partial shade but blooms less in low light

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring to Autumn)

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Pruning

Prune to control size and shape, remove dead wood after flowering season

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Jun
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Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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