Description for Spathodea Campanulata, Fountain Tree Plant height: 14 - 22 inches Plant spread: 4 - 8 inches The tree has a stout, tapering, somewhat buttressed trunk covered in warty light gray bark. The tree flowers in spurts all through the growing season, but peak bloom is usually in the spring. African tulip tree is a large upright tree with glossy deep green pinnate leaves and glorious orange scarlet flowers. It may grow to 80 ft on an ideal site, but most specimens are much smaller. Common name(s): African tulip, Fountain tree, Rugtoora Flower colours: Glorious orange Bloom time: Spring, all through the growing season Max reachable height: 80 ft and less Difficulty to grow: Easy Planting and care Sunlight: African tuliptree will survive in shade, but demands full sun for fast growth and best flowering. Soil: This species loves rich soil, but puts up with just about anything with