General Appearance & Growth

Plant Type: An evergreen ornamental tree, medium-sized with a dense, rounded canopy.

Growth Habit: Typically grows to a height of 5–8 meters. In nurseries (as seen in the image), it is often trained with a straight single trunk.

Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.

Foliage & Flowers

Leaves: Large, oval-shaped, and dark green. They have a distinct sandpaper-like texture (rough to the touch).

Flowers: The 'Aurea' variety is known for its brilliant golden-yellow, funnel-shaped blooms. They grow in showy terminal clusters.

Blooming Season: It can bloom throughout the year in warm climates, with peak flowering during spring and summer.

Environmental Adaptability & Uses

Resilience: Highly tolerant of salt spray and drought, making it an excellent choice for coastal landscapes.

Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to produce the best flowering display.

Landscape Use: Ideal as a small shade tree, street tree, or accent plant in gardens due to its vibrant color and ability to attract pollinators like bees and birds.

Product images, including their size and growth stage, are approximate and for display purposes only