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Harpullia pendula
Tulipwood
The Harpullia pendula, commonly known as Tulipwood, is a graceful Australian native tree prized for its attractive glossy green foliage and seasonal clusters of orange-yellow fruit capsules. These capsules open to reveal striking black seeds, adding ornamental interest and attracting birds. Growing up to 8–15 meters tall with a spreading canopy, this evergreen tree is ideal for providing shade, screening, or as a feature tree in subtropical and urban landscapes.
Low-maintenance and adaptable, Tulipwood is a great choice for home gardens, streetscapes, and parks.
Specifications
- Height8–15 meters
- Width4–6 meters
- Native toAustralia (eastern rainforests)
- FoliageGlossy green, compound leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in tropical, subtropical, and temperate regions
Additional Features
- FlowersSmall, inconspicuous greenish-yellow blooms in spring
- FruitBright orange-yellow capsules with black seeds; attracts birds
- FormUpright growth with a dense, rounded canopy
- UsesIdeal for shade, street planting, screening, or as a feature tree
- SpacingPlant 4–6 meters apart for screens or individual displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove deadwood as needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and hardy
- Wildlife AttractionFruit attracts birds and adds biodiversity to gardens
- Erosion ControlEffective for stabilizing soils in degraded areas
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage provides year-round greenery; fruits add ornamental interest
- VersatilityComplements native, contemporary, and formal garden styles
The Tulipwood is a resilient and elegant tree, perfect for enhancing landscapes with shade, structure, and ecological value.
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Prepared 22 July 2026