Botanical Name: Caesalpinia pulcherrima 'Phoenix Bird'
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Common Name: Phoenix Bird  
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Patio

 

Special Uses

Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Information by: Desert Tree Farm
Photographer: Desert Tree Farm
  • Description

  • Notes

Attractive shrub grows to 6' x 6'. With showy yellow flowers that last all summer, this is an excellent plant for tropical schemes. Can be cut to the ground in early spring to regenerate new stems. Stems are prickly. - Desert Tree Farm
Frost tolerant to 30 F. Look for selections with orange flowers.