Sycoparrotia Semidecidua
Sycoparrotia Semidecidua

Sycoparrotia Semidecidua (Specimen)

£29.99

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SKU: sycoparrotia-semidecidua Category:
Common Name: Sycoparrotia
Size: 7.5 Litre
Hardiness: H6
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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7.5 Litre Pot

  • Position: Full sun, partial shade
  • Soil: Moist, well drained
  • Growth Rate: Average
  • Flowering Period: Spring
  • Hardiness: H6
  • Eventual Height: 2.5 – 4m
  • Eventual Spread: 2.5 – 4m

Sycoparrotia Semidecidua, also known as the ‘Semi-deciduous Parrot Tree’, is a species of tropical tree that is native to Central and South America. The tree can grow up to 30-40 meters tall and has a broad, spreading crown with dark green leaves. The trunk of the tree is thick and buttressed, with smooth, grey-brown bark. The tree is known for its large, showy flowers that are typically bright red, orange, or yellow in colour and are produced in large clusters. These flowers are highly attractive to parrots and other birds, giving the tree its common name. The tree also produces large, fleshy fruits that are edible and are often used in local cuisine.

This variety is a valuable species for its timber.  It is considered a hardwood and is used in construction, furniture, and other wood products.  The tree can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates, although it prefers well-drained, sandy soils and a tropical or subtropical climate. Its wood is durable and resistant to decay, making it a good option for outdoor use. The tree is also known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.