Flame-orange and yellow flower clusters that hummingbirds and swallowtails cannot resist. Thrives on heat, dies back at frost, returns every spring.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Nov
- USDA Zones
- 9-11
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 5-10'
- Bloom Colors
- OrangeRedYellow
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About This Name
Caesalpinia pulcherrima is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Pride of Barbados unambiguously. The genus Caesalpinia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Pride of Barbados, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Caesalpinia pulcherrima will give you the most precise results.