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Firmiana fulgens (Wall. ex Mast.) K.Schum.

Family Name: Malvaceae

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Tree
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic
Maximum Height 20 m

Biogeography

Native Distribution From India to Thailand
Native Habitat Terrestrial (Monsoon Forest)
Preferred Climate Zone Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage
Landscape Uses Parks & Gardens
Usage Hazard - Cons Litter - Heavily Deciduous

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Fauna Pollination Dispersal Associated Fauna Bird-Attracting Plant (Flowers)
Pollination Method(s) Biotic (Fauna) (Vertebrates (Bird))

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Rootzone Tolerance Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils
Pest(s) Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects
Propagation Method Seed

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Orange, Pink, Red
Flower Texture(s) Velvety / Furry / Tomentose

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Master ID 31975
Species ID 6377
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Species record last updated on: 20 January 2026.
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