Golden Shower Tree (Cassia fistula)#

The tree (Röhren Cassia in German) is widely grown as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical areas. It blooms in late spring. Flowering is profuse, with trees being covered with yellow flowers, hiding leaves and other parts of the tree. It grows well in dry climates. Growth for this tree is best in full sun on well-drained soil; it is relatively drought tolerant and slightly salt tolerant.