African Lavender Tree (sometimes known as the Lavender Tree or African Tulip Tree in English, and its scientific name is Spathodea campanulata) is a beautiful tropical tree characterized by its vibrant reddish-orange flowers, and it spreads in many tropical regions around the world. Here are the main details about it:
Scientific name: Spathodea campanulata
Common name: African Tulip Tree
Flame of the Forest
Tulip Tree (not related to European tulip)
Original habitat: Tropical Africa (especially West and Central Africa).
Plant characteristics:
Height: can reach up to 25 meters.
Leaves: Compound, dark green in color.
Flowers: Bell-shaped (similar to tulips), fiery orange with yellow edges.
Fruits: Long pods containing winged seeds.
Suitable environment: Tropical or subtropical climate.
Loves full sun and well-drained soil.
Fast-growing.
Biological attraction: Attracts birds, especially hummingbirds, and bees due to its abundance of nectar.
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