Tecoma stans
- Scientific name - Tecoma stans
- Common name - Piliya/ सोना-पट्टी
- Family - Bignoniaceae
- Location - G20 garden
Other Information:
Tecoma stans, commonly known as Yellow Bells or Esperanza, is a species of flowering shrub in the trumpet vine family, Bignoniaceae. Here are some important distinctive characteristics of Tecoma stans:
- Flower colour: The flowers of Tecoma stans are bright yellow in colour. Sometimes, they can also have an orange or apricot tint. The trumpet-shaped flowers are around 2 inches in length and appear in clusters.
- Flowering stage: Tecoma stans blooms from late spring to early fall, with its peak flowering period being in the summer months. The plant produces flowers continuously throughout the blooming period.
- Leaves: Tecoma stans has dark green, glossy leaves that are 4-10 inches in length and oval in shape. They are arranged in an opposite pattern along the stem.
- Growth habit: Tecoma stans is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10-15 feet in height and spread. It has a rounded growth habit with a branching structure.
- Drought-tolerant: Tecoma stans is a hardy plant that is drought-tolerant and can survive in various soil types. It prefers full sun exposure but can also grow in partial shade.
- Attracts pollinators: The flowers of Tecoma stans are known to attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens.
- Medicinal properties: Tecoma stans has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and respiratory issues. Its leaves and bark contain compounds with antifungal, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. However, it is important to note that the plant can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
