Tipuana tipu

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Tipu Tree, Rosewood

  
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Hunter/Applegate

 

Description

This single or multi-trunked tree will grow 25'-50' high and has swaying, light green leaves with yellow blooms. It does well in dry soil and full sun.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

Gold, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Street Tree

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.