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Drunken Parrot Tree (Schotia Brachypetala)
Schotia Brachypetala
Rs 8,000
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Drunken Parrot Tree commands attention with its magnificent display of red flowers every summer, fall, making it a prized specimen tree. It reaches an impressive height of 20 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to South Africa, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Flowering Trees
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Red
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Drunken Parrot Tree (Schotia Brachypetala), is native to South Africa, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its red flowers that appear in summer, fall, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 20 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Schotia Brachypetala
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 20 ft
- Flower Colour: Red
- Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Drunken Parrot Tree
Grown from fresh seed planted immediately after harvest.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Drunken Parrot Tree?
Drunken Parrot Tree is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Drunken Parrot Tree online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mature height of Drunken Parrot Tree?
Drunken Parrot Tree is a moderate-growing plant that reaches up to 20 ft at maturity. With steady growth of about 1-2 ft per year, it establishes a substantial presence within 7-10 years.
Is Drunken Parrot Tree safe around cats, dogs, and small children?
While Drunken Parrot Tree is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
How much water does Drunken Parrot Tree need during Pakistani summers?
Drunken Parrot Tree needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
How long does the flowering season of Drunken Parrot Tree last?
Drunken Parrot Tree blooms in summer and fall, producing red flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
What kind of light exposure is best for Drunken Parrot Tree?
Drunken Parrot Tree grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
