The Garden Community for Garden Lovers

Delonix regia - Royal Poinciana, Flamboyant


Delonix regia - Royal Poinciana, Flamboyant  (Delonix regia - Royal Poinciana, Flamboyant)

A close up of the buds and flowers. Unfortunately, this tree is extremely difficult to photograph...as its flowers are so brilliant red, many cameras cannot capture its true color. Photo taken July 28, 2011.



Comments on this photo

 

it is a lovely colour..

29 Jul, 2011

 

Thanks!

It sure is, isn't it? A tree in full bloom is breath-taking.

29 Jul, 2011

 

Unfortunately, its true glory cannot be captured by camera.

29 Jul, 2011

 

that's always the way.. :-)

29 Jul, 2011

 

Looks a beautiful colour anyway. :o)

29 Jul, 2011

 

I can see why this is one of your favourites!
Understand the problem with reds too - isn't it strange how different the results can be on reds that are the same to the human eye too.

30 Jul, 2011

 

Lindalooloo:

Thanks! :>)

30 Jul, 2011

 

Meanie:

Yes, this tree is so, so spectacular in person. We're so lucky to have them growing in San Diego...as for most of California this tree is just too tropical to grow as a landscape tree. They are becoming more popular over the last 10 yeas (in southern Cal). Many people still feel, though, this tree cannot be grown anywhere in s. California. (but I prove them wrong. lol! )

30 Jul, 2011

 

Stunning Palmate :o)))

31 Jul, 2011

 

Palmate:

Thanks!

I've posted some new photos of palms...you may want to check them out. :>)

31 Jul, 2011

 

Wooo Hooo... no kidding! Can see why you'd use this as your avatar AND handle! Just stunning.

6 Aug, 2011

 

Lori:

Thanks! :>)

Yes, it's an incredible flowering tree. It's considered by many "the most beautiful flowering tree in the world".

7 Aug, 2011



Comment on this photo


Pictures by all members
123160 of 302342

What else?

View photos by Delonix1

See who else is growing Delonix regia - Royal Poinciana, Flamboyant.

See who else has plants in genus Delonix.

Members who like this photo

  • Gardening with friends since
    13 May, 2010

  • Gardening with friends since
    7 Jun, 2010

  • Gardening with friends since
    9 Aug, 2009

  • Gardening with friends since
    16 Jun, 2011

  • Gardening with friends since
    9 Jul, 2010

  • Gardening with friends since
    29 Mar, 2008

  • Gardening with friends since
    20 May, 2010

  • Gardening with friends since
    20 Mar, 2009

  • Gardening with friends since
    17 May, 2009

  • Gardening with friends since
    26 Feb, 2008