Family: Caesalpiniaceae
(ses-al-pin-ee-AY-see-ee) Genus: Colvillea (kol-VIL-lee-uh) Species: racemosa (ray-see-MO-suh)
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Category TreesWater Requirements Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between wateringsSun Exposure Full SunSun to Partial Shade Foliage UnknownFoliage Color UnknownHeight 20-30 ft. (6-9 m)30-40 ft. (9-12 m) Spacing 12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)Hardiness USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger Seed is poisonous if ingestedParts of plant are poisonous if ingested All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling Pollen may cause allergic reaction Bloom Color OrangeBloom Characteristics This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid WinterOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements UnknownPatent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; direct sow after last frostScarify seed before sowing Seed Collecting Bag seedheads to capture ripening seedAllow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |