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Golden shower trees thrive in Hanoi this time of year

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Golden shower trees or Cassia fistula (botanical name) are in full bloom this time of year in Hanoi with incredible cascading yellow flower clusters that sometimes are so prolific one can barely see the green leaves.

Throughout Southeast Asia the fistula is revered both for its beauty and for its medicinal properties in combating a large variety of ailments, from colds to stomach ailments to skin disorders.
Throughout Southeast Asia the fistula is revered both for its beauty and for its medicinal properties in combating a large variety of ailments, from colds to stomach ailments to skin disorders.
The fistula are a member of the pea or legume family, which means that their seeds are contained in elongated pods.
The fistula are a member of the pea or legume family, which means that their seeds are contained in elongated pods.
It also happens to be the national flower of Thailand.
It also happens to be the national flower of Thailand.
This time of year, their showy yellow flowers are a delight that brighten up the landscapes throughout the capital city of Hanoi.
This time of year, their showy yellow flowers are a delight that brighten up the landscapes throughout the capital city of Hanoi.
These photos are courtesy of Vnexpress Online Newspaper.
These photos are courtesy of Vnexpress Online Newspaper.

 Source VNA

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