{"product_id":"samanea-saman-rain-tree","title":"Samanea saman - Rain Tree","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d2730b77-192e-44fb-b04e-39b494b5b182\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSamanea saman\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Rain Tree, is a large, fast-growing, and sprawling deciduous or semi-evergreen tree prized for its wide, umbrella-shaped canopy and ability to provide excellent shade. Native to Central and South America, it can grow up to 25–30 meters tall with a canopy spreading up to 40 meters in diameter. The tree produces small, pink and white powder-puff-like flowers and long, dark brown seed pods that are often consumed by livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drought-tolerant and hardy tree is widely planted in tropical and subtropical regions as an ornamental or shade tree for parks, streets, and large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25–30 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Up to 40 meters (canopy spread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large, bipinnate leaves that fold at night or during rain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and even slightly saline soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Small, powder-puff-like pink and white flowers blooming sporadically throughout the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Pods\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long, dark brown seed pods containing sweet pulp, often eaten by livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for shade, ornamental planting, erosion control, and agroforestry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 10–15 meters apart for individual growth or dense plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires little care; prune to shape or manage canopy spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides shade, reduces soil erosion, and fixes nitrogen in the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generally pest-free and resilient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Often planted in public spaces for its majestic canopy and shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rain Tree is a versatile and iconic tree, perfect for creating shade and enhancing landscapes in tropical and subtropical climates. However, its large size makes it best suited for spacious areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434568511684,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/dreamstime_m_49781717.jpg?v=1734518659","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/samanea-saman-rain-tree","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}