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CAESALPINIA gilliesii
Commonly known as Bird of paradise shrub
Large erect racemes of up to 40 individual yellow flowers with scarlet stamens. Needs frost protection except in the mildest locations
Further Reading....
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Evergreenmid- to dark-green 2 pinnate leaves to 20cm (8in) long with many oblong leaflets.
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RedScarlet stamens -
YellowYellow flowers -
Height2-3m (6½-10ft) -
Spread1-2.5m (3-8ft)
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Tall ShrubErect to spreading shrub or small tree
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperateCan be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F) -
Full sun
CAESALPINIA gilliesii
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Additional FeaturesExotic plants
Good to knowSyn. Poinciana gilliesii (bird of paradise shrub). Syn. Erythrostemon gilliesii. Not related to the bird of paradise genus Strelitzia
Pests & DiseasesRed spider mite, whitefly, mealybugs.
Place of originUruguay, Argentina. -
Flower ShapeRacemesErect racemes 15-30cm (6-12in) long of flowers to 3.5cm (1½in) across
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HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Leaf form
Bipinnate(see photos above) -
Leaf margin
Entire
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilLoam-based compost (JI No. 3) under glass with added leaf mould. Full light.
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Caesalpina gilliesii - Care Guide
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2-3m (6½-10ft)
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