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Mountain Immortelle (Erythrina Peoppigiana)
Erythrina Peoppigiana
Rs 15,000
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Mountain Immortelle commands attention with its magnificent display of orange flowers every summer, making it a prized specimen tree. It reaches an impressive height of 15 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to Central and South America, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala.
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Category: Flowering Trees
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Orange
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Mountain Immortelle (Erythrina Peoppigiana), is native to Central and South America, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its orange flowers that appear in summer, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 15 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Erythrina Peoppigiana
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 15 ft
- Flower Colour: Orange
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Seed, 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: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Mountain Immortelle
Propagated from scarified seed or large hardwood cuttings planted directly in prepared ground.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. 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: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Mountain Immortelle?
Mountain Immortelle is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Mountain Immortelle online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mature height of Mountain Immortelle?
Mountain Immortelle is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 15 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 Mountain Immortelle be harmful to household pets?
Mountain Immortelle is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
What is the ideal watering schedule for Mountain Immortelle?
Mountain Immortelle 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 Mountain Immortelle last?
Mountain Immortelle blooms in summer, producing orange flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
What kind of light exposure is best for Mountain Immortelle?
Mountain Immortelle 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.
