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Produces showy clusters of red to orange-red flowers that create a vibrant seasonal display.
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Delonix regia, commonly known as Royal Poinciana or Gulmohar, is a tropical ornamental tree admired for its brilliant red-orange flowers and delicate, fern-like foliage. Its broad, spreading canopy provides shade and creates a striking display in spacious gardens, parks, and landscapes. The tree grows best in warm climates with full sunlight and well-drained soil.
Produces showy clusters of red to orange-red flowers that create a vibrant seasonal display.
Features finely divided green leaves that create a soft, feathery appearance.
Develops a wide, umbrella-shaped crown that can provide shade in spacious outdoor areas.
Can establish quickly under favorable tropical conditions and suitable growing care.
| Product Name | Delonix Regia Royal Poinciana Seeds |
| Scientific Name | Delonix regia |
| Common Name | Royal Poinciana, Gulmohar, Flamboyant Tree, Flame Tree |
| Plant Family | Fabaceae |
| Plant Type | Tropical Ornamental Tree |
| Flower Color | Red, Scarlet, and Orange-Red |
| Foliage | Green, finely divided, fern-like leaves |
| Growth Habit | Fast-growing tree with a broad, spreading canopy |
| Mature Height | Approximately 30–40 feet under favorable conditions |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 40–60 feet, depending on growing conditions |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing; adjust as the tree matures |
| Planting Season | Warm weather after frost risk has passed |
| Seed Preparation | Scarification or controlled soaking may help soften the hard seed coat |
| Germination Time | Varies with seed freshness, pretreatment, temperature, and moisture |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally 10B–11 for outdoor landscape planting |
| Primary Uses | Ornamental landscaping, large gardens, parks, and shade |
Delonix Regia Royal Poinciana Seeds offer an opportunity to grow a spectacular tropical flowering tree with vivid blooms and elegant foliage. With warm temperatures, full sunlight, and enough space for its spreading roots and canopy, Royal Poinciana can become a striking landscape feature.
Learn about Royal Poinciana seed preparation, flowering, and planting requirements.
Royal Poinciana seeds have a hard outer coat that can slow water absorption. Carefully nicking the seed coat without damaging the embryo, or using an appropriate soaking treatment, can help improve water uptake. Sow prepared seeds in warm, well-drained soil and maintain consistent moisture.
Royal Poinciana grown from seed may take several years to produce its first flowers. The timing depends on climate, sunlight, growing conditions, and the individual tree. Warm temperatures and full sunlight support healthy growth and flowering.
Royal Poinciana develops a broad canopy that can spread approximately 40–60 feet under favorable conditions. Its surface roots may interfere with sidewalks and structures, so choose a spacious planting site well away from buildings, paved areas, and underground utilities.