Mexican Bird of Paradise, Mexican Caesalpinia, Mexican Poinciana, Tabachín del Monte
Caesalpinia mexicana (Mexican Bird of Paradise) is a thornless shrub or small tree boasting flamboyant clusters of bright yellow flowers from summer to fall. Borne in attractive racemes, 3-6 in. long (7-15 cm), the blossoms develop off and on during the warm months, and attract hummingbirds. They give way to large, slightly curled seedpods, 2.5 in. long (6 cm). The fine textured foliage of compound bipinnate leaves is evergreen in frost-free climates. Highly ornamental with its outstanding flower display and ferny foliage, Mexican Bird of Paradise thrives in heat and is a fine choice for xeriscaping. Moderately fast-growing, it makes a wonderful large accent shrub or an extremely handsome small tree.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Leguminosae |
| Genus | Caesalpinia |
| Common names | Mexican Bird of Paradise, Bird of Paradise |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
10' - 12' (3m - 3.7m) |
| Spread |
10' - 12' (3m - 3.7m) |
| Spacing |
120" - 144" (3m - 3.7m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Leguminosae |
| Genus | Caesalpinia |
| Common names | Mexican Bird of Paradise, Bird of Paradise |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
10' - 12' (3m - 3.7m) |
| Spread |
10' - 12' (3m - 3.7m) |
| Spacing |
120" - 144" (3m - 3.7m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Caesalpinia mexicana (Mexican Bird of Paradise) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Caesalpinia mexicana (Mexican Bird of Paradise) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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