GENERAL INFO
This tree is known for its broad, spreading canopy that provides ample shade. It has feathery, pinnate leaves that create a delicate, lacy appearance. In the summer, it bursts into clusters of bright yellow flowers that attract pollinators. The tree is hardy and can thrive in various soil conditions, making it a popular choice for urban landscapes. Its roots are strong and can uplift sidewalks, so it’s best planted in spacious areas. This tree also offers year-round greenery, adding a touch of nature to city streets.
Native range: Bolivia and Southern BrazilSchoolyard Use: This tree features bright green, feathery leaves that provide a lush canopy. It produces vibrant yellow flowers that attract pollinators, making it ideal for lessons on plant-pollinator relationships. The tree's seed pods are large and winged, offering a practical example of seed dispersal mechanisms. Its rapid growth rate can be used to teach about plant growth cycles and urban greening. The tree also provides ample shade, creating a comfortable outdoor learning environment.
Native range: Bolivia and Southern BrazilSchoolyard Use: This tree features bright green, feathery leaves that provide a lush canopy. It produces vibrant yellow flowers that attract pollinators, making it ideal for lessons on plant-pollinator relationships. The tree's seed pods are large and winged, offering a practical example of seed dispersal mechanisms. Its rapid growth rate can be used to teach about plant growth cycles and urban greening. The tree also provides ample shade, creating a comfortable outdoor learning environment.
TREE CHARACTERISTICS
Tree Shape: RoundedMaximum Tree Height: 50 feetCanopy Width: 25-50 feetGrowth Rate: ~24-36 in/yearLeaf Arrangement and Leaf Form: Alternate, Pinnately CompoundLeaf Shape: OblongLeaf color: Light GreenFlowers: ShowyFlower Color: Orange or YellowFlower Time: SummerFruit: Large Brown LegumeFruiting time: Fall or SummerBark Color: Dark Brown or Light Green, FissuredLitter Type: Dry Fruit, Flowers
SITE CONDITIONS
Recommended Planting Area: 4' to 7'Schoolyard Trees: YesWater Use Rating: LowSunset Climate Zone: 12 - 16, 18 - 24Shade Tolerance: NoUSDA Hardiness Zone: 9, 10, 11Soil Texture: Loam or Sand or ClaySoil pH: Very Acidic to Slightly AlkalineSalt Tolerance: HighWind Resistance: Medium High
CONSIDERATIONS
Branch Strength: Medium to Medium StrongRoot Damage Potential: LowPotential health issues: No known hazardsBiogenic Emissions: ModerateDisease and Pest susceptibility: PsyllidUtility Friendly: NoWCISA Appraisal: Suggested LCANT 24" box, Suggested LCANT 24" box, Group Rating 2, Approx. cross sectional area 2.24 sq. in.
External Resources
CITE THIS TREE
"SelecTree. UFEI. "Tipuana tipu Tree Record." 1995-2025. Cal
Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. Accessed on Mar 30, 2025."
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/1419 >
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