It is a deciduous tree, native to Australia, that can reach a height of 15m and has rapid growth.

It tolerates sporadic frosts, as long as they are not very intense, with its temperature range being between 0ºC and 45ºC.

It requires regular watering during dry periods but does not tolerate excess water.

Its flowering is spectacular, usually appearing before the leaves in spring, and its flowers are a deep red, hence its common name "Fire Tree."

Its fruits are capsules that naturally open at maturity, with yellow seeds, and they appear in autumn.