Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) Tabebuia rosea
Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) (Tabebuia rosea) is an evergreen perennial tree in the Bignoniaceae family, native to Southern Mexico to Venezuela and Ecuador. It grows 15–25 m (49–82 ft) tall and 10–15 m (33–49 ft) wide, wants full sun and moderate water, and is hardy to about 5 °C (41 °F). Space plants about 10 m (33 ft) apart.
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Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) at a glance
| Type | Perennial tree, evergreen |
|---|---|
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Mature height | 15–25 m (49–82 ft) |
| Mature spread | 10–15 m (33–49 ft) |
| Spacing | 10 m (33 ft) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 8 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerance moderate, waterlogging tolerance low |
| Soil pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Cold hardiness | About 5 °C (41 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 11) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 42 °C (108 °F) |
| Flowering | about 209–365 weeks after planting, for 3–6 weeks |
| Wind tolerance | Low |
| Pollinator value | High |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Southern Mexico to Venezuela and Ecuador |
| Common in gardens of | 🇲🇽 Mexico, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇹🇭 Thailand, 🇻🇳 Vietnam, 🇮🇩 Indonesia, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇲🇾 Malaysia, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇮🇳 India |
Is Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
No toxicity reported in standard references.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and moderate water.
Questions about Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip)
- How far apart should I plant Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip)?
- About 10 m (33 ft) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 10–15 m (33–49 ft).
- Does Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 8 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) need?
- Moderate water. Drought tolerance is moderate and waterlogging tolerance low.
- How cold-hardy is Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip)?
- It tolerates about 5 °C (41 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 11.
- When does Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) flower?
- About 209–365 weeks after planting, for 3–6 weeks.
- Is Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. No toxicity reported in standard references.
- What grows well with Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Rosy trumpet tree (chomphu phanthip). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (moderate).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade B (B: extension service or peer-reviewed).
- Flora & Fauna Web, National Parks Board, Singapore
- UF/IFAS Extension tropical and subtropical fruit and landscape publications, University of Florida
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Notes and assumptions
- Drops its leaves in the dry season and covers itself in pink trumpets, like a tropical cherry blossom; Bangkok’s Kasetsart University avenue is famous for it. National tree of El Salvador.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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