Saga Plant — Adenanthera pavonina | Red Bead Tree | Ornamental Flowering TreeSaga (Adenanthera pavonina), the Red Bead Tree or Coral Wood, is a graceful tropical tree prized for its feathery foliage, fragrant yellow-orange flower spikes, and striking bright red seeds — used traditionally as jewellery, weights, and in Ayurvedic medicine. A beautiful and culturally significant tree for Kerala gardens and avenues.Plant Details Botanical Name: Adenanthera pavonina Common Names: Saga, Red Bead Tree, Coral Wood, Peacock Flower Fence, Manjadi Family: Fabaceae Plant Type: Deciduous to semi-evergreen flowering tree Height: 8–15 metres at maturity Flower Colour: Yellow-orange fragrant spikes Seed Colour: Vivid scarlet red — highly ornamental Flowering Season: Summer; seeds ripen monsoon to winter Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established Soil: Well-draining loamy soil; tolerates a range of soil types Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; organic compost twice yearly Container Suitability: Young plants in large containers; best planted in ground Landscaping Uses: Avenue tree, garden specimen, shade tree, coastal planting Care Guide Fast grower in warm, humid conditions Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil health Red seeds are non-toxic but should not be consumed in large quantities Thrives in Kerala’s tropical climate Customer FAQsQ: What are the red seeds used for?A: Traditionally the bright red seeds (called Manjadi in Malayalam) were used as uniform weights by goldsmiths, as jewellery beads, and in Ayurvedic formulations.Q: Is it a fast grower?A: Yes — it is a fast-growing tree that can reach several metres within a few years under good conditions.Q: Is it suitable as a shade tree?A: Yes — its feathery canopy provides excellent dappled shade, making it ideal as a garden or avenue shade tree.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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