Description
A large tree from dry forests from Mexico south to Venezuela and Ecuador that is very popular as an ornamental for its abundant pink flowers that appear during the dry season when the tree is leafless. In cultivation it will do well in USDA Zones 9 to 11. In wet climates it needs excellent drainage.
Germination Guide
🌍 Central and South America: Mexico to Ecuador and Venezuela
Easy
Tabebuia rosea is an ornamental tropical tree native to Central and South America with highly viable seeds that germinate extremely easily, reaching nearly 100% germination rates with minimal treatment requirements.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
3 – 12 days
Temperature
Min 17°C
Ideal 22°C
Max 34°C
Substrate moisture
💧💧 High
Seed Pre-treatment
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Soaking — 24 hours
Soak in water for 24 hours before sowing
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Hot water scarification
Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
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Additional notes
Seeds do not require special treatment according to some sources; water soaking recommended by others
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
well-draining soil mix, loamy soil
Recommended container
germinators, polyethylene bags, beds
Growing Tips
Seeds are wind-dispersed with hyaline wings; germination is epigeal with phanerocotylar seedlings; light quality (short and mid-wavelengths) can increase germination speed; seeds should be sown as fresh as possible; tree flowers 3 years from seed
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