One of tropical East Africa's most beautiful flowering trees, the siala boasts erect clusters of trumpet-shaped golden yellow flowers. This fairly fast-growing deciduous tree grows on forest edges and along river banks. It develops a slender, upright trunk and distinctive oblong canopy that doesn't cast a broad shadow. The trunk may also slightly curve and displays grayish sienna bark that flakes away in strips.The compound leaves are rich bright green and comprise 7 to 11 leaflets with deep veins. If soil isn't overly fertile, foliage is more yellow-green. Usually deciduous, flowering occurs during the warm months any time of year when soil moisture and leaves are present.
fertile, crumbly soil that's rich in organic matter. Though moderately drought tolerant, evenly moist soil from spring to fall ensures the best growth and flowering
