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Rain Tree (Samanea saman)

Samanea saman, the Rain Tree, is a large, fast-growing tropical tree with a wide-spreading canopy and feathery foliage, providing ample shade.

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Moderate, reduce in winter

Soil

Prefers well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Temperature

Warm to hot

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growing season

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Moderate, reduce in winter

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Prefers well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Temperature

Warm to hot

Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates; sensitive to frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding during growing season

Balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

20-30 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Bipinnately compound

Flower Size

1-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusSamanea
  • speciesSamanea saman
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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