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Fabaceae
Copper Pod
Peltophorum pterocarpum
Abundance and shelter.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Peltophorum
- Native to
- Southeast Asia, Northern Australia
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer
- Type
- Deciduous tree
- Height
- 1500-2500 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Well-drained, sandy to loamy
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 10-12
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- The copper pod gets its name from the reddish-copper colored seed pods it produces.
- It is one of the most popular street trees in tropical cities across India and Southeast Asia.
- The bark produces a brown dye traditionally used for batik fabric printing in Malaysia.
- When in full bloom, the tree creates a spectacular canopy of golden-yellow flowers.
- Fallen flowers carpet the ground beneath the tree, creating a stunning golden display.
Color meanings
0
Protection
1
Generosity
2
Vitality