Red Bird of Paradise
Caesalpinia pulcherrima
Red bird of paradise provides showy summer color and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Tip: be sure to look for selections with yellow flowers.
THE BASICS
Type: Shrub
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 30°F
Water: Moderate
Native to: West Indies, Mexico
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 6 feet
Mature Width: 6 feet
Mature Form: Rounded, open
FOLIAGE
Deciduous
Color: Dark green
Texture: Fine
WILDLIFE
Birds
hummingbirds
butterflies
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Orange and yellow
Season: spring, fall
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Prickly stems
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert