Description
Latin name – Sesbania grandiflora
The Hummingbird Tree is a stunning addition to any yard. Because of its ability to fix nitrogen and that it is excellent for chop n drop, this makes it an excellent plant for shading younger plants in an agroforestry setting. The vibrant flowers resemble hummingbirds and will be sure to turn heads. The best part? The leaves and hummingbird shaped flowers are all edible! Enjoy them raw or put them into soups, stews, and stir fry. It is also used medicinally in its native Southeast Asia, frequently used in teas and salves. Due to its sheer beauty and the vast amount of applications, this is a tree we highly recommend for every food forest.
