Exotic Rare Tropical Tecoma stans (Yellow Bells) seeds, Organic B50 Common Name Yellow Trumpetbush, Yellow Bells Geelklokkies in Afrikaans, Yellow Elder, Ginger-thomas, and Esperanza Synonyms Tecoma stans var. mollis (Kunth) Siddiqi, Tecoma stans var. apiifolia DC.,Tecoma stans var. angustatu Collection Locale Tropical terrain, INDIA Altitude: 1,500m Seed Collection period: Sept-Oct Seed Longevity: 1-2 year Characteristics: Evergreen, Ornamental, medicinal Usual Germination: 60-90% Tecoma stans is An erect shrub or small tree, planted in gardens in the plains throughout India and in the hills, up to an altitude of 1,500m. The plant attains a height of 1.5-5mt., occasionally 10mt . It is naturalized in most parts of India and is also found as an escape in the waste, dry places near gardens and houses. Leaves odd-pinnate; leaflets 5-11, almost sessile, oblong-ovate, lanceolate, serrate; flowers yellow, fragrant,in terminal panicle, found throughout the year; capsules linear, 12-20cm x 7cm., compressed; seeds numerous, each with 2, thin wings. Count: 50 USDA zone: 8-11 Growing Info, follow in order: Scarification: none required. Stratification: none required. Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seedbed. Other: expect germination in 10 days @ 70-85 degrees F, it will take longer if cooler. The Yellow Trumpetbush is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree that has clusters of bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. The showy flowers bloom from spring until frost. In warmer climates, they may bloom all year long. In the United States, the shrub is typically 3-6 feet tall but can grow up to 10-25 feet tall and 10-20 feet wide. The plant is a member of the Bigoniaceae or Trumpet Creeper Family which are mostly tropical trees or shrubs. Other common names include Esperanza (Spanish for hope), Trumpet Flower, Yellow Bells, Yellow Elder, Yellow Trumpet Flower, and Yellow Bignonia. A fast and vigorous grower, Tecoma stans (Yellow Bells) is a showy semi-evergreen shrub or small tree with long droopy branches boasting brilliant clusters of bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. Blooming continuously from spring to frost (all year in warm weather climates), the slightly fragrant blossoms attract butterflies and hummingbirds. They contrast nicely against the foliage of odd-pinnate bright green leaves adorned with toothed leaflets. The flowers are followed by narrow bean-like seed pods, 8 in. long (20 cm), which dangle from the shrub-like Christmas ornaments and are conspicuous in the fall. Prized for its heat and drought tolerance, as well as its spectacular floral display, Tecoma stans has become a popular landscaping plant. It is most often used as a specimen or mixed into a shrub border. The nectar of the flowers attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Small mammals feed on the seeds, and other mammals browse on the leaves. The Yellow Trumpetbush is frequently planted as a specimen or accent plant due to its prolonged blooming and brilliant floral display. It is also used in the landscape mixed in with other border shrubs, patios, or containers. The cultivar, 'Gold Star,' has golden yellow trumpet flowers and dark green glossy leaves. It is heat tolerant and pest resistant. Odd pinnately compound leaves with 5-13 leaflets Leaflets are medium to olive green, elliptic to lanceolate with serrated margins Showy bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers with pale red veins inside the tube Green to grayish-brown elongated fruit capsules Tecoma stans, Yellow Bells, Yellowbells, Esperanza, Yellow Trumpetbush, Yellow Trumpetflower, Trumpetbush, Trumpetflower, Yellow Elder, Bignonia stans, Yellow Bignonia, Yellow Trumpetbush, Bignonia stans, Stenolobium stans, Tecoma stans var. angustatum http://springsofeden.myshopify.com/products/exotic-rare-tropical-tecoma-stans-yellow-bells-seeds-organic-b50
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Sonoran Desert Plants & Their Magic
Creosote Bush
Larrea tridentata
A.k.a Stinkweed, Chaparral, and Hediondilla
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Creosote is a prominent plant in the southwestern portion of North America, it's range includes the Sonoran, Mojave, and Chihuahuan deserts.
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• Element: Water
• Powers: Permanence, longevity, healthy isolation (living alone with a purpose i.e introspection or healing), developing a "tough skin", overcoming challenges, logic, reasoning, order
Mesquite Tree
Prosopis velutina
A.k.a Velvet Mesquite
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Velvet Mesquite is found naturally, and plays an important ecological role, in the Sonoran Desert. They grow 20-50 feet in height, or more in well watered areas, less in dry grasslands. The roots far extend the height of the tree, as such Velvet Mesquite can access water sources that are deeper than most plants can reach.
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Planet: Saturn
Element: Water, Earth
Powers: Healing, protection, cleansing, purification
Chuparosa
Justica californica
A.k.a Hummingbird Bush
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Chuparosa is a flowering bush native to the deserts of Southern California, Arizona, and Northern Mexico. Chuparosa and Chiporosa are both colloquial Spanish terms for "hummingbird". For a short while this shrub produces succulent leaves, it then loses those leaves and grows plentiful tubular flowers. These flowers are generally shades of bright red, but can also be found in shades of yellow. Hummingbirds frequent this low bush to feed on the sweet nectar hidden in the flowers.
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Planet: Venus
Powers: Beauty, self-esteem, romance, sexual energy, love, new beginnings, positivity
Brittle Bush
Encelia farinosa
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Brittle bush is a rather common little shrub found in Northern Mexico, Arizona, Southern California, Nevada, and Utah. It's name comes from the brittleness of the stems. A Spanish name for this plant is "incienso" because the dried sap was burned by the early Spanish missions in the New World as incense.
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Planetary: Sun
Element: Earth
Powers: Healing, cleansing, luck, empathy, friendship, protection, banishing sickness
Desert Lavender
Hyptis emoryi
A.k.a Bee Sage or Bushmints
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Desert Lavender is found in Arizona, Nevada, California, and Northwestern Mexico. It is a medium to tall perennial shrub that is favored by honeybees in early spring. The violet-blue flowers are profuse along the main stem and side branches.
Native American tribes like the Akimel O'Odham saw this plant as a "pure and holy plant that cleanses all evils away from one's spirit". It's traditional Native American uses include smudge wands that were burned to cleanse the body of diseases and stop heavy menstruation and internal bleeding.
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Element: Earth
Animal: Honeybees
Powers: Spirits, purity, banishing, warding, psychic energy & ability, cleansing, protection
Ephedra
Ephedra fasciculata
A.k.a Mormon Tea or Arizona Ephedra
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This plant is found mainly in the Mojave, Colorado, and Sonoran deserts. It thrives in creosote bush scrub. Historically it has been used as an alternative to coffee.
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Element: Air
Planet: Earth
Powers: Protection, healing, positive energy, cleansing, friendship, happiness, purity, alertness & focus
Yellow Bells
Tecoma stans
A.k.a Yellow Trumpetbush
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Yellow Bells is an attractive ornamental vine native to the Americas, and is the official flower of the United States Virgin Islands. It is hardy in nature and can be grown nearly anywhere, becoming an invasive species in some areas. It's large yellow flowers attract many creatures such as hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
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Element: Earth
Powers: Resilience, dominance, strength, healing, cleansing, banishment, cursing, retaliation
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