5 Seeds Helicteres isora Red Screw Tree Ornamental Shrub

This offering includes 5 seeds of Helicteres isora, commonly known as the Red Screw Tree or Indian Screw Tree. This ornamental shrub is prized for its unique, twisted, spiral-shaped fruits that resemble screws, adding distinctive visual interest to gardens and landscapes. Its attractive pinkish-red flowers bloom in clusters, followed by the intriguing seed pods, making it a conversation piece for plant enthusiasts and collectors.
Use these seeds to grow a striking specimen shrub for ornamental purposes, ideal as a garden focal point, in mixed borders, or in a tropical-themed landscape. The plant exhibits a bushy growth habit and can be trained as a small tree or left as a dense shrub. Sow seeds in well-draining soil and provide consistent moisture for best germination results.
Species: Helicteres isora
Variety: Red Screw Tree
Type: Ornamental Shrub
Plant_Habit: Shrub or small tree
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 9-11
Germination: Seeds germinate in 2-6 weeks with warmth and consistent moisture
Sowing: Scarify seeds and sow 1/4 inch deep in moist soil
Spacing: Space plants 6-10 feet apart
Notes: Grows up to 10-15 feet tall; produces unique twisted seed pods