Dwarf Poinciana Plant
Caesalpinia pulcherrima, or Dwarf Poinciana, grows 6-12 ft tall, moderate growth rate, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, medium moisture, not edible, and no medicinal properties.
Habit
Deciduous shrub/tree
Height
1.0-1.5 m
Growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes (used in herbal medicine)
Origin
Tropical America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Garden soil
Fertilizers
Organic compost
Watering
Water regularly; prefers dry soil once established
Plant Weight
0.2-0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.5
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Attractive flowers; attracts hummingbirds
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize once in spring with slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf spot, Root rot, Powdery mildew, Aphids, Sooty mold
Yellowing leaves, powdery coating, black spots, wilting, sticky residue
Copper fungicide, insecticidal soap, systemic insecticides