Peacock Flower, Flamboyant - ต้นหางนกยูงไทย (ton hang nok yung) - Caesalpinia pulcherrima

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Discover the vibrant beauty of the Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima)! This stunning tropical plant, featured on our blog, boasts fiery red and yellow blooms, perfect for enhancing your garden. Learn more about its care, benefits, and where to find it in Hua Hin.

Peacock Flower, Flamboyant - ต้นหางนกยูงไทย (ton hang nok yung) - Caesalpinia pulcherrima


The Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima), also known as Flamboyant or ต้นหางนกยูงไทย (Ton Hang Nok Yung Thai), is a striking ornamental plant commonly found in Thailand, including Hua Hin. It belongs to the Leguminosae-Caesalpinioideae family and originates from South America.

Characteristics:

  • Growth: A small tree or shrub, reaching 3-4 meters in height.
  • Leaves: Feathery, compound leaves with multiple small leaflets.
  • Flowers: Vibrant red, orange, or yellow blossoms with delicate, fringed petals.
  • Fruit: Produces flat seed pods that split open when mature.

Uses & Benefits:

  • Ornamental: Popular in gardens and along roadsides for its bright flowers.
  • Medicinal: Some parts of the plant, like the roots and flowers, have been used in traditional remedies.
  • Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, making it great for biodiversity.

Look at these pollinator magnets! 🌼🐝🦋 There's something magical about a garden bursting with life—bees drifting from bloom to bloom, butterflies twirling in the sunlight, and maybe even a surprise visit from a hummingbird! 🌿✨

If you're dreaming of an abundant harvest, pollinators are your best friends. More buzzing visitors means more delicious fruits—mangoes, pineapples, passion fruits… 🍍🥭🍇

🌺 Peacock Flower – ต้นหางนกยูงไทย 🌿
Bright, bold, and born for the tropics! This heat-loving beauty blooms from March to November in Hua Hin. Just give it full sun, well-drained soil, and a little pruning in the cool season.
Low-maintenance, butterfly-friendly, and stunning in any garden corner. Perfect for Hua Hin’s tropical vibe 🌞🦋

💐 Hua Hin's Premium Garden Selection🌱 We grow more than just beautiful blooms — we cultivate garden stars with special qualities. Find out which flowers make our Hua Hin Services Garden truly exceptional. 👉 View our garden celebrities


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  1. Hans BosshardMay 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM

    🌴 Turn your Hua Hin home into a lush tropical retreat! 🌱 Discover eco-friendly gardening techniques designed for our local climate. Embrace native plants, use organic pest controls, and build a vibrant, sustainable haven right in your backyard. 🌺🦋💚 https://sites.google.com/view/huahinservices/our-garden/joyful-gardening-in-hua-hin 💚

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