flowers of Geiger tree ~ Cordia sebestena

 

The Geiger tree, scientifically known as Cordia sebestena, is a small, ornamental tree native to the tropical regions of the Americas. It's known for its vibrant, dark orange flowers that bloom throughout the year, especially in the spring and summer. These flowers appear in clusters at the ends of the branches. The tree has dark green, leathery, and rough leaves, resembling sandpaper.

 

Cordia sebestena is a shrubby tree in the borage family, Boraginaceae.   Common names have included siricote or kopté (Mayan) in 19th Century northern Yucatán,  scarlet cordia in Jamaica,  and Geiger tree (after Key West wrecker John Geiger) in Florida.