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