Flowering Trees in Tenerife
We have just returned from Tenerife where I discovered a number of new (to me) flowering trees. First, a stunning red blossomed tree with fern or frond-like leaves, on which the flowers look like a kind of red honeysuckle. In fact they are not related. This is the Delonix regia, flame tree or Royal Poinciana, a native of Madagascar but found in tropical and semi-tropical areas.
It is a member of the bean family or Fabaceae so it will be related to tonka beans, sweet pea and acacia.
Other trees that we noticed were a yellow blossom similar to the above which is an acacia. And two types of oleander, a pink one, and a white one. There were also many hibiscus shrubs with red, white and pinkish flowers.
There were also some rather unusual looking Ficus trees with very extensive roots and even root structures growing downwards from the tree branches. A search suggests that these might be Ficus macrophylla, the Australian banyan or Moreton Bay fig.
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It’s fascinating to learn about the variety of flowering trees and plants found in Tenerife. The description of the Delonix regia, with its stunning red blossoms, is particularly captivating. The fact that it’s related to the bean family adds an interesting botanical twist. The mention of Ficus macrophylla with its unique root structures is intriguing. Did you find any other unusual plants besides the ones mentioned?
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The article provides a fascinating insight into the diverse flowering trees discovered in Tenerife. The detailed descriptions of the Delonix regia, acacia, and Ficus macrophylla are particularly intriguing. It’s amazing how such a variety of plants can thrive in tropical and semi-tropical climates. The mention of the unique root structures of the Ficus trees adds an interesting botanical detail. Could these trees also be found in other regions with similar climates?