Caesalpinia gilliesii

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Yellow Bird Of Paradise

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This plant is the same as Caesalpinea gilliesii. All parts of this plant are poisonous. It is a perennial or a small shrub or tree, used in tropical settings. It grows to 6'8' high and 4'-6' wide. It needs full sun, and blooms are red are bright yellow, blooming most of the year. The foliage is chartreuse and yellow. It attracts bees, butterflies, birds and is drought-tolerant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Yellow Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.