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pride-of-Barbados
Scientific Name: Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Pride of Barbados (Caesalpinia pulcherrima)
The Pride of Barbados is a vibrant and showy plant known for its fiery red and yellow flowers. It is the national flower of Barbados and a popular choice for tropical landscapes.
Common Names
- Pride of Barbados
- Peacock Flower
- Red Bird of Paradise
- Mexican Bird of Paradise
- Dwarf Poinciana
- Flower Fence
- Peacock's Crest
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Caesalpinia pulcherrima has prickley branches.
- It is a member of the pea family, but no explicit information is provided about potential toxicity.
- The plant produces seeds in pods.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions that Caesalpinia pulcherrima has prickley branches.
- The plant produces seeds in pods.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Caesalpinia pulcherrima
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonym: Poinciana pulcherrima L.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Pride of Barbados is well-suited to hot, tropical climates.
- It is noted as being an excellent choice for the Central Texas landscape.
- It is hardy in U.S. zones 8 and 9.
Morphological Characteristics
- The Pride of Barbados is an evergreen shrub or small tree in frost-free climates.
- It can also be a deciduous shrub or a returning perennial depending on the climate zone.
- Flowers are bowl shaped, 2-3" across, with five crinkled, unequal pink.
Quirky Facts
- The genus name Caesalpinia is in honor of Andrea Caesalpino (1519-1603), an Italian.