Water
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil dries out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Mature trees are quite drought-tolerant once established.
Also known as Copperpod · Copperpod Tree · Rusty Shield Tree
Yellow Flame Tree (Peltophorum pterocarpum) is a fast-growing, large deciduous tree known for its stunning, bright yellow flower clusters that resemble flames.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought-tolerant when established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers warm to hot conditions; protect from frost. Ideal temperatures range from 20-30°C.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly in spring and summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil dries out slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Mature trees are quite drought-tolerant once established.
Prune to shape the tree and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Best performed after flowering to maintain its natural form and encourage a good bloom display.
Avoid heavy pruning during the active growing season.
Propagate by seeds, which require scarification (nicking or soaking) to aid germination. Stem cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, treated with rooting hormone, and placed in a humid environment.
Young trees may benefit from repotting every 2-3 years in spring to refresh soil and provide more space for root growth. Mature trees are best left undisturbed in their location once established.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Yellow Flame Tree (Peltophorum pterocarpum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Peltophorum |
| Species | Peltophorum pterocarpum |
Similar in genus Peltophorum
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