Golden Trumpet, Yellow Pui, Araguaney
Common Name
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Golden Trumpet, Yellow Pui, Araguaney
Chinese Name
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黃花風鈴木
Scientific Name
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Tabebuia chrysotricha
Classification
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Deciduous
Origin
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Central to South America, regions of Mexico to Venezuela
Flowering Period
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Spring in Hong Kong
About
Since the golden flowers of Golden Trumpet look like a wind chime or bell, it is known in Chinese as Yellow-windchime Wood or Yellow-bell Wood. In full bloom, numerous globes of gold inflorescences hang from its branches, adorning the entire tree with a splendid display of flowers that paint it a vibrant yellow. The sight is so captivating that people often stop to admire it. After the blooming period, the tree's gold gives way to lush green leaves, transforming its "scenery" with the seasons. This makes it an excellent choice for garden landscaping and a newly popular street tree.
Source: Greening, Landscape & Tree Management Section Development Bureau (greening.gov.hk)