Is Brazilian Firetree safe for pets?

Yes, Brazilian Firetree (Schizolobium Parahyba) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Brazilian Firetree easy to care for?

Brazilian Firetree has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Brazilian Firetree grow indoors?

Brazilian Firetree is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Brazilian Firetree (Schizolobium Parahyba) is a perennial tree in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Schizolobium parahyba is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to tropical America, notable for its fern-like leaves and wide-spreading crown.

Last updated: February 2026

Brazilian Firetree

Schizolobium Parahyba

Schizolobium parahyba is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to tropical America, notable for its fern-like leaves and wide-spreading crown.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

10-12

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:shade tree, ornamental specimen, windbreak

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Brazilian Firetree

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

May

...

Jun

...

Jul

...

Aug

...

Sep

...

Oct

...

Nov

...

Dec

...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae

Genus:Schizolobium