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Yellow Flamboyant Tree (Delonix Flavidum) - Peela Gulmohar
پیلا گل مہر
Delonix Flavidum
Rs 15,000
In stock
Yellow Flamboyant Tree (Peela Gulmohar / پیلا گل مہر) commands attention with its magnificent display of yellow flowers every summer, making it a prized specimen tree. It reaches a commanding height of 25 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to East 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.
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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, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Yellow Flamboyant Tree (Delonix Flavidum), known in Pakistan as Peela Gulmohar (پیلا گل مہر), is native to East Africa, 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 25 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Delonix Flavidum
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 25 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 Yellow 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 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 Yellow Flamboyant Tree?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Yellow 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
How tall does Yellow Flamboyant Tree grow and how quickly?
Yellow Flamboyant Tree is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 25 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.
Is Yellow Flamboyant Tree safe around cats, dogs, and small children?
While Yellow 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 often should I water Yellow Flamboyant Tree in Pakistan’s climate?
Yellow 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.
When does Yellow Flamboyant Tree bloom in Pakistan?
Yellow Flamboyant Tree blooms in summer, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Can Yellow Flamboyant Tree tolerate the intense summer sun in Lahore and Karachi?
Yellow 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.
