Quick facts
| Arabic name | التيكوما (الجرس الأصفر) |
|---|---|
| English name | Yellow Bells (Tecoma) |
| Scientific name | Tecoma stans |
| Family | Trumpet vine family (Bignoniaceae) |
| Plant type | Evergreen ornamental shrub |
| Height | 2 to 5 m |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Flowering time
April to November
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
Shiny green toothed compound leaves, yellow trumpet flowers and long thin pods.
Where it grows
Planted in gardens, streets and homes.
Soil
Well-drained soil. It handles light salt.
Water and irrigation
Medium water needs. It handles short dry spells.
Climate and light
Likes heat and sun.
Propagation
By seed or cuttings.
Benefits and uses
- Flowers most of the year
- Attracts bees and birds
- Handles heat
- Grows fast
Drawbacks
- Can spread by seed
- Needs pruning to stay neat
- Damaged by frost
Important notes
Remove pods after flowering to reduce spreading and get more flowers.
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: