Some call it the Spathodea campanulata, but others may prefer the name African tulip tree. This species can range from 10 to 25 metres in height across Africa, but primarily in the high, deciduous, or savanna forests. Because of its prominent flowers, the tulip tree is often used for use along an avenue and can be spotted from long distances. However, some may regret their decision to plant this tree along a road because of its shallow roots or its branches’ tendency to break in a storm. Meanwhile, local populations find this species particularly useful as a laxative or antiseptic, using the seeds, flowers, and roots specifically. Mothers frequently bathe their newborn children in a bath containing the boiled roots, especially if their child is suffering from body rashes. In areas it is indigenous to, this tree is also used for carving and making drums.

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The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge. There is no speech, nor are there words, whose voice is not heard. Their voice goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them he has set a tent for the sun.

Psalm 19:1-4