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🌿Plant Care Guide

📝 Description

Butea monosperma, commonly known as Flame of the Forest, is a visually striking deciduous tree valued for its dramatic seasonal flowering display. During late winter and early spring, the tree sheds most of its leaves and bursts into clusters of fiery orange-red blossoms. These vivid flowers cover the branches so densely that the entire tree appears to be “on fire,” making it an iconic ornamental species in tropical and semi-arid regions. This hardy tree grows 10–15 meters tall with a wide-spreading canopy, providing ample shade when in leaf. It is well-suited to hot, dry, and low-rainfall environments, making it an excellent choice for urban landscapes, highways, parks, and open gardens. Its resilience to drought and harsh climates significantly reduces maintenance requirements after establishment. Butea monosperma also has ecological value, attracting birds, bees, and pollinators with its nectar-rich flowers. The tree’s strong trunk and branches make it durable for long-term installations, while its seasonal leaf shedding contributes organic matter to the soil. Its combination of beauty, drought tolerance, and minimal maintenance makes Butea monosperma a preferred species for avenue planting, large public landscapes, cultural gardens, and decorative outdoor focal points.