Royal Poinciana Seeds - Flower Plant

Royal poinciana seeds produce fast-growing, tropical trees with a broad, umbrella-shaped canopy and finely divided, fern-like foliage. These trees are well adapted to warm climates and develop a wide-spreading structure over time. Royal poinciana performs best in full sunlight with well-drained soil and moderate watering during establishment, becoming drought-tolerant once mature. Suitable for large landscapes, avenue planting, and open spaces, it establishes steadily and becomes a striking ornamental tree.

Features

• Fast-growing tree with wide, spreading canopy
• Produces fine, fern-like foliage
• Suitable for landscaping, shade, and avenue planting
• Performs best in full sun
• Drought-tolerant once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Delonix regia
• Common Name (US): Royal Poinciana / Flame Tree / Gulmohar
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental flowering tree
• Growth Habit: Broad, spreading deciduous to semi-evergreen tree
• USDA Zones: 10–11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Year-round in tropical climates
• Sowing Season: March to June (warm regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days after scarification or soaking in warm water
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor soils
• Watering Needs: Moderate during establishment; low once established
• Mature Plant Size: 10–15 meters height; 10–18 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 6–10 meters between trees