Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
regia
ID:
167060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bojer ex Hook.) Raf.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tellur.2: 92 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166389



Common Names

  • Royal Poinciana
  • Flamboyant Tree
  • Peacock Flower Tree


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Synonyms

  • Poinciana regia Bojer ex Hook. [valid]
  • Delonix regia flavida Stehle [deprecated]
  • Delonix regia genuina Stehle [invalid]
  • Caesalpinia regia (Bojer ex Hook.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Delonix regia flavida Stehlé [valid]

Description

Delonix regia (also called Royal Delonix, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It has a spreading, low-growing habit and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open, sunny areas such as beaches and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Delonix regia is a species of flowering plant in the bean family Fabaceae, native to Madagascar. It is noted for its fern-like leaves and flamboyant display of orange-red flowers over summer. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delonix regia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delonix regia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Delonix regia

Delonix regia is a tropical tree native to Madagascar and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in many nurseries and garden centers.

Delonix regia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delonix regia?

Delonix regia

What is the common name of Delonix regia?

Royal Poinciana

What is the natural habitat of Delonix regia?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.