How Much Does a Flame Tree Cost? Understanding the Five Major Differences from the Silk Tree in One Article

The flame tree, also known as the phoenix flower or fire tree, gets its name because its blossoms resemble the feathers of a fiery phoenix. It is valued both for its foliage and its flowers, and the blooms that appear in May are especially beautiful. Many people like to grow one in their courtyard, so how much does a flame tree cost on the market? What is the difference between it and the silk tree?

I. Introduction to the Flame Tree:

1. What is the flower language of the flame tree?

Longing, parting, fiery youth.

2. Is the flame tree toxic?

The flowers and seeds of the flame tree are toxic. Accidental ingestion can cause symptoms such as dizziness, abdominal bloating, abdominal pain and diarrhea, so great care must be taken when planting it. In particular, households with young children or elderly people are best advised not to plant it.

II. How much does a flame tree cost on the market?

Flame tree market prices vary, generally ranging from a few dozen to several thousand yuan per tree, but because of differences in place of origin, market and size specifications, there will be some variation in price. For example, a flame tree 15cm tall generally costs around 350-500 yuan per tree on the market, while a flame tree 50cm tall costs around 9,500 yuan per tree. The taller the tree you buy, the more expensive the market price, so the specific price still needs to be checked at your local market. The approximate specific prices are as follows:

III. What is the difference between the flame tree and the silk tree?

Difference 1, different family and genus: The flame tree (Delonix regia) is a deciduous tree in the Fabaceae family, Caesalpinioideae subfamily, genus Delonix, species Delonix regia; the silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) is a deciduous tree in the Fabaceae family, Mimosoideae subfamily, genus Albizia.

Difference 2, different height: The flame tree is a tall deciduous tree that can reach over 20 m; the silk tree is a deciduous tree that can reach 16 m.

Difference 3, different growing environment: The flame tree likes to grow in places with high temperatures and ample sunlight; the silk tree likes to grow in warm, humid, sunny environments with fertile soil.

Difference 4, different inflorescences: The flame tree's inflorescence is a raceme arranged in a corymb-like pattern, with both the calyx and petals in 5 segments; the inner side of the calyx is blood-red, and the fifth petal has yellow or white spots; the silk tree's inflorescence is a corymb-like head, with both the calyx and petals yellow-green, and the filaments bearing red or pink thread-like parts clustered into a ball.

Difference 5, different fruits: The flame tree's fruit is a legume pod, flat in shape, 30-60cm long and 3.5-5cm wide, turning dark brown when mature; the silk tree's fruit is a linear legume pod, 9-15cm long and 1.5-2.5cm wide, with soft hairs on young pods and no hairs on mature pods.

Overall, flame tree market prices range from expensive to cheap, depending specifically on how tall a tree you buy. The taller the tree you buy, the more expensive the price, so when purchasing, try to check your local market. In addition, although the flame tree and the silk tree look similar, the two differ in family and genus, inflorescence and height, so pay close attention when buying. If you cannot tell the two apart, you can identify them using the five small methods above.