Yellow jacaranda, scientifically known as Tecoma stans, is a small to medium-sized flowering tree originating from the Bignoniaceae family. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in parts of South and Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. This tree is known for its vibrant and striking yellow flowers, which grow in dense clusters and can cover the entire crown during the flowering season.
The yellow jacaranda has a deciduous nature, shedding its leaves during the dry season and blossoming again in the wet season. Its leaves are compound, consisting of several pairs of leaflets with a glossy, dark green appearance. The trumpet-shaped flowers of the yellow jacaranda bloom intermittently throughout the year, providing an attractive display and emitting a sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
In terms of its physicality, the yellow jacaranda typically reaches a height of around 20 to 30 feet, with a spread of approximately 15 to 25 feet. Its trunk is usually straight and smooth, covered in a grayish-brown bark. The fruits of the yellow jacaranda are long, narrow capsules that contain numerous winged seeds, aiding in their dispersal through wind or animal interaction.
Due to its aesthetic appeal, the yellow jacaranda often finds use in landscaping, parks, and gardens as an ornamental tree. Additionally, various parts of the yellow jacaranda, including its leaves and flowers, have had traditional medicinal uses among indigenous communities, believed to possess properties that aid in the treatment of certain ailments.
