Delonix regia
(Fabaceae)
Names and origins
Characters
Ecology
Uses
Conservation
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Forest type (costal, hill, lowland, peatswamp, mountains, kerangas...)
Forest Layer (emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor, liana...)
Pioneer tree, late sucessional tree
Symbiotic microorganisms (Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, ectomycorrhiza)
Seed dispersal by animals
Pollination by birds, bats, bees, beetles
Symbiosis with animals, ants
Flowering habits and frequency
Seed germination conditions and time
<p><i>Delonix regia</i> is endemic to Madagascar. The tree is well-adapted to hot, dry climates and is often found in coastal regions, riverbanks, and open woodlands. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate periods of drought once established. It is a deciduous tree, shedding its leaves in the dry season. This allows it to conserve water during periods of low rainfall. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The tree's root system helps to prevent erosion and stabilize soil in coastal areas.</p>
Delonix regia (Fabaceae) Delonix regia (Fabaceae)