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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates brief midday shade in extremely hot tropical climates
Watering
Water deeply during prolonged dry periods; allow the top 15–20 cm of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperate to tropical conditions; established trees tolerate light frost down to 10°C without severe damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound, glossy dark green leaflets; 5–9 oval leaflets per mature leaf
- Flower: Large, funnel-shaped golden-yellow trumpets; clustered at terminal branch tips
- Stem/Bark: Grey-brown, smooth in youth; develops shallow fissures as the tree matures
Care Guide
Watering
Water 1–2 times weekly during active growth and flowering periods
Fertilization
Apply balanced organic fertilizer once monthly. Use fertilizer with slightly higher potassium content to support flower production
Banana peel compost tea：Soak fully composted banana peels in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 with water, and apply as a root drench to avoid odor and pest issuesPruning
- Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter before new growth emerges
- Thin crowded inner branches to improve airflow and light penetration to the canopy interior
- Trim back overgrown branches after flowering to maintain a compact, rounded canopy shape
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxic effects for human ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental shade tree; nectar source for bees and butterflies; used in urban landscaping for street planting
