About
Pterolobium macropterum is an ornamental, thorny shrub from tropical and subtropical Asia producing the characteristic flowers and large-winged fruits of the genus. A rewarding plant for a warm, frost-free garden.
About the genus
Pterolobium are thorny shrubs and climbers from tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia producing small flowers followed by distinctive, winged fruits. Grown in warm, frost-free gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.