Black Bean Tree
Category
Black Bean Tree
Castanospermum Australe
Details:
* Height: 10-15m, Width 3-5m
* Full Sun
* Spring Summer
* Bird Attracting
Ornamental, Australian native, evergreen tree which provides good shade.
Features: Tall, evergreen tree, originally from rainforest areas. Glossy foliage made up of many small leaflets. Bright yellow and orange pea-like flowers in Spring/Summer are followed by pods that contain large chestnut-like seeds. Attractive to birds, bats and possums.
Conditions: Suited to fertile, well drained soils in full sun. Sensitive to frost.
For Best Results: Water plants well in the growing season, particulaly those in containers. Best in regions not below 8 degrees.
Planting Ideas and Uses:
- Attractive tree for tropical gardens
- Good on sunny patios or indoors in decorative containers.
