Caesalpinia mexicana

Mexican Caesalpinia

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Common Name:

Mexican Caesalpinia

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Yellow

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

760 cm

Maximum width:

455 cm

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Description

C. mexicana are a moderately fast growing evergreen shrub or tree, which grows to heights of 10 to 12 feet tall and wide, and can be kept to 6 to 8 feet with pruning. It blooms throughout the year except in the coldest months, bearing 6 inch clusters of lemon yellow flowers.

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Blooming

Orange-red flowers, borne in summer, attract hummingbirds.

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Growth

Does best with full sun. This genus of evergreen and deciduous shrubs and trees do well in hot climates. In less hardy areas, grow Caesalpinia in a cool or temperate greenhouse. In frost-free areas, works well in a shrub border or as ornamental plants.

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Planting

Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Sow seeds in spring at 55-64°F (13-18°C).

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Pest

Mealybugs, spider mites, and whiteflies can cause problems. Other issues include fungal canker and dieback.

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Interesting facts

Caesalpinia was named after an Italian botanist, Andrea Cesalpino. Cesalpino differed from other botanists in that he classified plants by their fruits and seeds, rather than alphabetically or by medicinal properties.

Mexican Caesalpinia (Caesalpinia mexicana) - Soil and irrigation

Needs fast-draining soil. Although they do not need to be irrigated often, when they are irrigated, it should be a deep watering. Water moderately.