Desert Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia gilliesii
Deciduous-Shrubs / Deciduous-Trees
Desert bird of paradise is a large shrub which provides showy, hummingbird-friendly blooms in the Summer and Fall while requiring very little in terms of water or maintenance.
Caesalpinia gilliesii Plant Information
| Classification | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name: | Caesalpinia gilliesii |
| Common Name: | desert bird of paradise |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
| Suggested Uses: | informal shrub, naturalizing |
| Characteristics | |
| Plant Form: | large shrub or small tree |
| Height: | can reach 30 feet (usually much smaller) |
| Foliage: | finely-textured deciduous foliage |
| Flower: | highly ornamental yellow flowers with red stamens |
| Bloom Period: | Summer to Fall |
| Environment | |
| Sun: | full sun to part shade |
| Water: | low water requirement |
| USDA Zone: | zone 6 |
| Native Range: | Argentina |
| Care | |
| Wildlife: | attracts hummingbirds |
| Additional Notes: | very heat-tolerant hardy to -10◦F |
TTU Plant Resources
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