Tabebuia Yellow

The Tabebuia Yellow Tree, commonly known as the Golden Trumpet Tree, is a visually striking and widely admired flowering tree. It belongs to the genus Handroanthus (formerly classified under Tabebuia) and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

 

Key Information

 

1. Scientific Name: Handroanthus chrysotrichus (synonym: Tabebuia chrysotricha).

 

 

2. Common Names: Golden Trumpet Tree, Yellow Poui, Ipe-amarelo, Paraguayan Trumpet Tree.

 

 

3. Family: Bignoniaceae.

 

 

4. Native Range: Central and South America, particularly in Brazil and neighboring countries.

 

 

 

 

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Features:

 

Height: Typically grows to 20-30 feet (6-9 meters), making it a medium-sized ornamental tree.

 

Flowers: Bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers appear in abundance during late winter or early spring, often before the leaves re-emerge.

 

Leaves: Deciduous, palmate, with 5 to 7 oval leaflets covered in fine hairs.

 

Bark: Light gray to brown, with a rough texture.

 

Seed Pods: Long, slender pods containing numerous winged seeds, aiding in wind dispersal.

 

 

 

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Growing Conditions:

 

Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth and blooming.

 

Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils. Tolerates sandy and loamy soils.

 

Water: Drought-tolerant once established; needs moderate watering when young.

 

Climate: Thrives in tropical to subtropical climates; hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

 

 

 

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Uses:

 

1. Ornamental Value: Widely planted in gardens, parks, and along roads for its spectacular yellow blooms.

 

 

2. Timber: The wood is dense, termite-resistant, and used for furniture or construction.

 

 

3. Erosion Control: Often used in landscaping projects to stabilize soil.

 

 

 

 

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Care Tips:

 

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead branches.

 

Fertilize during the growing season to enhance flowering.

 

Protect young trees from frost, as they are sensitive to cold temperatures.

 

 

The Tabebuia Yellow Tree is admired for its vibrant display and ability to bri

ghten landscapes, making it a favorite in urban and rural settings alike.