Swaziland's Alien Plants Database

Tecoma stans (L.) H.B.K.

BIGNONIACEAE

yellow bells

Invasive, Problem species

Origin: Possibly Mexico and Southern USA

Growth Form: Tree/shrub

Plant Description: Plant: Ornamental, densely leafy, evergreen shrub or small tree 2–4(–6) m tall. Leaves: Bright green above, paler below, 100–200 mm long, pinnate, leaflets 5–13, margins sharply toothed. Flowers: Bright yellow, showy, faintly striated, trumpet-shaped, about 50 mm long, in terminal sprays, October–May. Fruit: Brown, shiny capsules (A), 120–200 mm long, splitting open to release many papery-winged seeds.

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More information:
Weeds & Invasive Plants Home Page
NRCS Plants Database

Photo - flowers/leaves