What is tree in Freeport with green bean-like pods?

[cruisegrandma3]

Just got back from Freeport and trying to find out the name of the trees that grew in Freeport. They have long (may 8-12") pods. I've only come up with Catawba but it doesn't look quite right. Anyone have an answer?:confused:

[ilangal]

Does it also have red flowers? If so, you make be referring to the Poinciana.

[Rosefloater]

Is this what you saw? If so, it is a Tamarind Tree.

 

[cruisegrandma3]

Does it also have red flowers? If so, you make be referring to the Poinciana.

 

It wasn't blooming but I looked up the Poinciana and it looks exactly the same when the blooms aren't on it, just the seed pods. Thanks for responding.

[cruisegrandma3]

Is this what you saw? If so, it is a Tamarind Tree.

 

 

 

I don't believe it is this one, the pods don't look right. Thanks for the response, however.

[FlaGrl4Evr]

Without seeing an actual picture, it could be a Candle Tree. They are indigenous to South Fla and the Caribbean Islands. It could also be a hybrid called a " Midnight Horror Tree" they look very similar but are considered to be a little more rare than the candle-trees.

[liddybugg]

Could it have been the flamboyant tree, Royal Poinciana, Peacock Flower. I have seen these and love them...I bought some seeds but had no luck. When we go on cruise in January to Key West, I'm going to see if I can find one and have it shipped to my house, since I can bring one back on ship..

 

 

[Tree Hugger]

maybe a type of mangrove tree? red mangrove will grow in the salt water, while black or green mangrove will be further inland.