Jacaranda acutifolia, commonly called the ‘fern tree’, originated in Brazil and comes from the Bignoniaceae family.
Jacaranda grows to a height of approximately 30 feet. It has lacy, bright green bipinnate foliage. The leaves, although finer, resemble those of a Flamboyant Tree. There are more than 40 different species of Jacaranda trees, however, they all have one common floral structure.
In early spring the leaves drop off, following which a lot of erect clusters of trumpet-like lavender/blue flowers with silky, inflated tubular corolla appear. Jacaranda releases winged seeds which are dispersed by wind.
Jacarandas are unique, beautiful trees when in bloom. They can be seen in the Bel Air/New Haven area. They are another sight for sore eyes as very few can be found in the city.
Jacarandas can be found throughout the Caribbean and in many tropical and sub-tropical countries.
Until next week, Happy Gardening.
