Caesalpinia mexicana (Mexican Bird of Paradise)
Foliage: Semi-Evergreen
Mature Height: 10' - 15’
Mature Width: 6’ - 12’
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness: 20 degrees F
Exposure: Full Sun
Leaf Color: Green
Shade: Filtered
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Shape: Petals
Flower Season: Spring to Fall
Thorns: None
Propagation Method: Seed
Sizes Available: Not in production
Caesalpinia mexicana (Mexican Bird of Paradise) can grow to become large evergreen to semi deciduous shrubs or small trees that are 10' to 15' tall and 6' to 12' wide. Flowers clusters are bright yellow, fragrant and appear at branch terminals from spring to fall. This specie is native to northern Mexico, growing in washes and slopes in arid regions. In the shrub form, they can be used as a screen, background shrubs and patio or court yard plantings for the tree forms. Mexican Bird of Paradise is fast growing, adapted to desert or tropical landscapes and is hardy to 20 degrees.
The information provided here was gathered from research literature published by the University of Arizona, other professional landscape and horticulture organizations and our experience at Arid Zone Trees. Always consult local landscape experts for recommendations for your specific area.