Poinciana

Delonix regia

This is one of the classic flowering trees growing in South East Queensland, although it is not an Australian native. The wonderful spreading shape makes them wonderful for providing shade in a hot climate. The flowers are a bonus. Unfortunately, it isn't suitable for the modern suburban lot.

News

Poincianas to stay in Chevron Island makeover

Gold Coast City Council say that two large poinciana trees will be retained in the proposed revamp of Chevron Island's main street. Source: Progress for main street makeover (May 2011)

Where to buy Delonix in Qld

If you live in an area where it grows, the common red-flowered Poinciana should be readily available. Ask your local garden centre if they have poinciana for sale, or can order one for you.

If you want to buy an extra large size tree, try the Advanced Plants page to see if there's a suitable nursery listed.

You may have to hunt around for named cutivars (including yellow or orange flowered types) or unusual Delonix species. If you operate a nursery offering such unusual varieties, you may wish to Advertise on this page.

More Online Information

Immature seedpods. April, 2013 (Sunnybank Hills) Maturing seedpods. September (Salisbury, 2013) Yellow Poinciana The following photographs of yellow-flowered trees growing in Brisbane in 2013 may be Delonix regia var. flavida. If the poor flowering of these specimens is anything to go by, few people would be interested in this variety except as a novelty. The trees are small, however, and it is possible that more mature specimens might perform better.   2019 Update: Six years later flowering was better, with one tree out of the three having much more bloom. However, this was a good year for all poincianas.