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Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree (Delonix Floribunda) - Peela Gulmohar
پیلا گل مہر
Delonix Floribunda
Rs 15,000
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Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree (Peela Gulmohar / پیلا گل مہر) is a breathtaking deciduous tree that erupts in vivid yellow blooms during summer, transforming any landscape into a spectacle. It reaches a commanding height of 30 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to Madagascar, 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, Shade Trees
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- 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, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree (Delonix Floribunda), known in Pakistan as Peela Gulmohar (پیلا گل مہر), is native to Madagascar, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its yellow flowers that appear in summer, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 30 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Delonix Floribunda
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 30 ft
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- 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 Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree
Propagated from scarified seed soaked in hot water before sowing.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. 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: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree is an excellent choice because it provides generous natural shade for outdoor living spaces and thrives with minimal watering once established.
Buy Peela Gulmohar online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mature height of Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree?
Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 30 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.
Can Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree be harmful to household pets?
While Madagaskar Flamboyant 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 Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree need during Pakistani summers?
Madagaskar Flamboyant 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.
How long does the flowering season of Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree last?
Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree blooms in summer, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Does Madagaskar Flamboyant Tree need direct sunlight?
Madagaskar Flamboyant 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.
