Caesalpinia pulcherrima

"Poinciana," "Peacock Flower," "Red Bird of Paradise," and "Dwarf Poinciana."

Spiritual Message by the Mother/ Quotes by Sri Aurobindo

There is a power in the idea—a force of which the idea is a shape. Again, behind the idea and force and word there is what is called the spirit,—a consciousness which generates the force.Sri Aurobindo, Letters on Yoga - IV: Thought and KnowledgeThe idea is the realisation of a truth in Consciousness as the fact is its realisation in Power…Sri Aurobindo, Essays in Philosophy and Yoga: On Ideals

Colour

red, orange, or yellow

Varieties

Message of the Flower

Fire

The Mother’s Comment

Fears no obstacle.

Message of the Flower

Fire in the Mind

The Mother’s Comment

An ardour that sets ideas ablaze.

Family

Fabaceae

Cultivars

Compton', 'Flava', 'Rosea', 'Dwarf Poinciana', 'Red Bird of Paradise', 'Mexican Bird of Paradise', 'Yellow Bird of Paradise', 'Barbados Fence Flower'.

Flower Size

small to medium-sized, about 1-2 inches in diameter.

Flower Texture

papery texture

Number of Petals

five

Floral Symmetry

radial symmetry

Fragrance of Flower

mild, sweet fragrance

Leaf Texture

pinnately compound and have a feathery texture

Leaf Arrangement

arranged alternately on the stem.

Leaf Color

green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

shrub or small tree.

Life Cycle

perennial plant.

Blooming Period

throughout the year in tropical climates, with peak blooming in warm seasons.

Climate

tropical and subtropical climates.

Water Requirements

regular watering and well-drained soil.

Soil Type

Well-draining loamy or sandy soil

Temperature Ranges

warm temperatures and cannot tolerate frost.

Sun or Shade

full sun for optimal flowering.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

pests and diseases, including aphids and fungal infections.

Pollinators

bees and butterflies

Habitat

gardens, landscapes, and natural habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

Role in the Ecosystem

provides nectar for pollinators, and its flowers attract birds.

Ornamental

an ornamental plant for its vibrant and showy flowers.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

primarily valued for its ornamental and potential medicinal uses.

Endangered Status

not considered endangered.

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