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Gold Medallion Tree (Cassia Leptophylla)
Cassia Leptophylla
Rs 6,000
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Gold Medallion Tree commands attention with its magnificent display of yellow 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. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala.
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Category: Flowering Trees, Shade Trees
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- 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
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative, Shade
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- Yes
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Gold Medallion Tree (Cassia Leptophylla) is a distinguished evergreen tree that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its yellow flowers that appear in summer, fall, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-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: Cassia Leptophylla
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 20 ft
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Seed, Semi-Hardwood Cuttings
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 Gold Medallion Tree
Propagated from seed soaked in warm water, or from semi-hardwood cuttings during the growing season.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. This plant thrives in the warm regions of Sindh and southern Punjab. It is not recommended for the cooler northern highlands such as Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta, or Gilgit, where winter frost can cause serious damage.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Gold Medallion Tree?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Gold Medallion Tree is an excellent choice because it provides generous natural shade for outdoor living spaces and thrives with minimal watering once established.
Buy Gold Medallion Tree online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many years does Gold Medallion Tree take to reach full size?
Gold Medallion Tree is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 20 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
Should I worry about Gold Medallion Tree toxicity with kids or pets at home?
While Gold Medallion 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 often should I water Gold Medallion Tree in Pakistan’s climate?
Gold Medallion Tree needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter. It tolerates occasional missed waterings once its roots are established.
What months can I expect Gold Medallion Tree to flower?
Gold Medallion Tree blooms in summer and fall, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Does Gold Medallion Tree need direct sunlight?
Gold Medallion 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.
