Arawnig
Handroanthus capitatus
- Native to:
- Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad-Tobago, Venezuela
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Bignoniaceae
- Genus:
- Handroanthus
- Species:
- Handroanthus capitatus
- USDA Symbol:
- TACA17
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 3000 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, birds
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to tropical regions, prefers open areas