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Flamboyant
Delonix regia
- Worldwide
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- Plants
About
Delonix regia is a species of flowering plant in the bean family Fabaceae, subfamily Caesalpinioideae. It is noted for its fern-like leaves and flamboyant display of flowers. In many tropical parts of the world it is grown as an ornamental tree and in English it is given the name royal poinciana or flamboyant. It is also one of several trees known as "flame tree".
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Recent sightings near Lagos
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Jun 2, 2025Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos, NGObserver: tobibatView observation from Jun 2, 2025 on iNaturalist
- Aug 18, 2024Ikeja golf club, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, NigeriaObserver: Babajide AgboolaView observation from Aug 18, 2024 on iNaturalist