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Royal Poinciana
(Delonix regia) - Not Recommended

Royal Poinciana

Florida Native:

No 

Special interest:

Showy, orange flowers

Growth Rate:

Rapid

Height at Maturity:

40' 

Width at Maturity:

50'

Grow Space:

Large, 30' from OHU

Soil Requirements:

Any

Cold Hardiness:

Tender

Evergreen/Deciduous:

Deciduous

Salt Tolerance:

Low

Drought Tolerance:

High, once established

Comments:

Should be used sparingly, as it will suffer severe damage from cold.  It is,one of the most spectacular trees in flower and is tolerant of many soil conditions. Locate far away from structures and pavement, as the tree is suspect in high winds and develops large surface roots. 

Uses:

Specimen, shade 

Maintenance:

$$$$ 

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