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| Latin Name: |
Koelreuteria elegans subsp. formosana |
| Common Name: |
Formosan flame tree |
| Type: |
Tree |
| Size: |
Medium |
| California Native: |
No |
| Description: |
Tropical-looking shade tree; has broad clusters of bright yellow flowers in fall, followed by coral-red seed pods; adaptable to various soils and watering schedules. |
| Pruning Needs: |
little or none; prune to shape in winter |
| Sun Exposure: |
Full Sun
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| Arboretum Location(s): |
East Asian Collection
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| Water Needs: |
Very Low
Low
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| Color(s): |
Yellow
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| Bloom Season(s): |
Fall
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| Wildlife Value: |
None
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