Mystery Tree....Help!

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[Kristin]
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Mystery Tree....Help!

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Hello Plant People!

I was out this morning early and cut this from a neighbor's tree.....almost got caught in the process. I have admired this gorgeous tree for years now and in spite of inquiries, have not been able to find out what this is.
What I do know is that this tree ( and believe me, it is absolutely magnificent ) is that it is very rare here in Chile. I know it is hard to get in a plant store, much less trying to actually grow one. So, I ask you, does anyone know what this is????? I wish you could all see the actual tree but at least I got a good picture. Am hoping to start one with the cutting I got. Thoughts, please.

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An edit inserted here.....I have been searching the Web for rare flowering trees and, for the life of me, cannot find this anywhere. I searched the web pages in Chile first and then just started Google searches. I have a feeling this tree is not even native to Chile. :?
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Post by hedge* »

Ooh Kristin - I haven't got a clue.
But I'll do a little research and see if I can come up with anything!
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Is it this one?


It's a Delonix.
[Kristin]
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Bingo!

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I found it in Wikipedia finally!
It is a Spathodea Campanulata or African Tulip Tree.

I love this tree but do not have a yard to plant one. I am going to try a huge pot and see if it grows. :D
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