Encyclopedia · Fabaceae · Caesalpinia ferrea
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Caesalpinia ferrea
Leopard Tree
Caesalpinia · Fabaceae
Leopard Tree (Caesalpinia ferrea) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 18 m high and 15 m spread, with a vase canopy form. Its noted amenity value is interesting bark. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Caesalpinia
Family
Fabaceae
Common name
Leopard Tree
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Caesalpinia ferrea belongs to the Caesalpinia genus within the Fabaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience. It is an Australian native we grow and specify regularly.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Site-appropriate soil with adequate rooting volume
Growth rate
Fast
Mature size
18 m H × 15 m W
Landscape use
Increase use
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Tree planting and selection lists — City of Ryde Council
