Basic Information Common Name: Orange Bells Scientific Name: Tecoma alata Native Habitat: South America (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay) History / Discovery / Cultivator Tecoma alata, commonly known as Orange Bells, boasts a rich history deeply intertwined with the landscapes of South America. Its discovery and early cultivation remain somewh

Basic Information Common Name: Cape Honeysuckle Scientific Name: Tecoma capensis Native Habitat: South Africa History / Discovery / Cultivator Tecoma capensis, commonly known as Cape Honeysuckle, originates from the southern regions of Africa, specifically South Africa. Its historical use and cultivation are intertwined with the indigenous people o

Basic Information Common Name: Yellow Bells Scientific Name: Tecoma stans Native Habitat: Southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America. History / Discovery / Cultivator Tecoma stans, commonly known as Yellow Bells, Yellow Trumpetbush, or Esperanza, boasts a vibrant history intertwined with indigenous cultures and modern ho

Basic Information Common Name: Tecoma Scientific Name: Tecoma Native Habitat: The Tecoma genus is native to the Americas, Africa, and the Indian subcontinent. Specific species within the genus have varying native habitats ranging from desert scrub to tropical forests. History / Discovery / Cultivator The Tecoma genus, belonging to the Bignoniaceae