I am a large, fast-growing deciduous tree with a broad, spreading crown that provides excellent shade.
My feathery, bipinnate leaves give me a fine, fern-like texture.
During summer, I produce magnificent clusters of bright yellow flowers that cover my canopy in a golden haze.
After flowering, I develop copper-colored seed pods that give me one of my common names—"Copper Pod."

I am native to tropical Southeast Asia, but I have adapted beautifully to the Indian climate and am widely planted across the country.

I am drought-tolerant once established, but appreciate regular watering during my first few years.
Water me deeply once a week during dry periods.
Mature trees can generally survive on seasonal rainfall.

I thrive in full, direct sunlight.
I need at least 6-8 hours of direct sun daily to grow strong and flower profusely.

I prefer warm, tropical to subtropical climates between 20°C and 35°C.
I can tolerate higher temperatures but may struggle in prolonged frost.

Choose a spacious location—I need plenty of room to spread my wide canopy.

I'm not fussy about soil but prefer well-draining conditions.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant me at the same depth.

Water thoroughly after planting and stake young trees if needed.

Apply mulch around my base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Prune only to remove dead or damaged branches in the dormant season.

I'm not a heavy feeder. A balanced slow-release fertilizer applied in spring can support my growth.
Compost or well-rotted manure around my base annually is usually sufficient.

Scientific Name: Peltophorum pterocarpum

Common Names: Yellow Flame Tree, Copper Pod, Rusty Shield Bearer

Plant Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)

Plant Type: Outdoor flowering tree

I am generally considered non-toxic, but it's always wise to prevent pets from chewing on any plant parts.

As a large tree, I'm excellent at improving air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide, releasing oxygen, and trapping dust particles.

Provides excellent shade with my wide-spreading canopy

Stunning floral display in summer

Fast-growing and relatively low maintenance

Improves soil quality through nitrogen fixation

Excellent for avenue planting and large landscapes

Leaf spot - Fungal issues in humid conditions

Caterpillars - May occasionally feed on my leaves

Root rot - In waterlogged soils

Wind damage - My large branches can be vulnerable in storms

Leaf drop - Natural during dry seasons or before new growth

I am a long-lived tree! With proper conditions, I can thrive for 50-100 years, growing into a magnificent specimen that becomes a landmark in your landscape.