Rose of Venezuela

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Brownea grandiceps

Rose of Venezuela, a reference photo
Photo: Charles Lemaire · Public domain

Brownea grandiceps is a species of tree in the family Fabaceae. Its common names include the rose of Venezuela and the scarlet flame bean. It originated in South America but is now widely grown as a decorative tree in tropical gardens.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Rose of Venezuela being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Order
Fabales
Family
Fabaceae
Genus
Brownea
Species
Brownea grandiceps

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