delonix

• Nom masculin désignant un genre d'arbres tropicaux ou subtropicaux, à feuilles persistantes ou caduques, originaires d'Afrique, de Madagascar et d'Inde, remarquables par leurs fleurs voyantes et leurs feuilles pennées.

A noun referring to a genus of evergreen or deciduous trees native to tropical Africa and India, known for their showy flowers and fern-like leaves.

nom propre

1. Tropical tree genusC1formal

   A genus of flowering plants in the pea family, Fabaceae, consisting of evergreen or deciduous trees native to tropical Africa and India, known for their showy flowers.

   Delonix, flamboyant

   • The Delonix regia, commonly known as the royal poinciana, is famous for its vibrant red flowers.
   • Delonix trees are often planted as ornamental trees in tropical regions.
   • The genus Delonix includes several species found in Madagascar and East Africa.