This large tree has an erect rough trunk with spreading branches that form a compact rounded crown. It has glossy green elliptical leaves and the small yellow cup-shaped flowers appear in a spectacular cluster from summer to autumn.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11 

Xanthostemon chrysanthus is naturally found in Australia growing in northern tropical Queensland along watercourses on the coast from Johnson River to Bloomfield River. It prefers well-drained organic rich moist soils but tolerates a wide range of soils and grows in an open sunny position and is moderately drought and frost tolerant.

Golden penda is a tropical tree that is grown for its flowers and is planted in parks or large gardens as a specimen. It is also used as a street tree or planted in a tropical setting and along creeks embankments. It establishes in 2 to 4 years and tolerates a sub-tropical climate on the coast and on the adjoining ranges. ID 1542

Note:
It is also known by the common name Black Penda or Brown Penda and has very hard durable brown wood that is used for construction and is suitable for outdoors.

Xanthostemon (zan-THO-ste-mon) chrysanthus (kry-san-THA-s)

Myrtaceae (mir-TAY-see-ee)
Myrtle, Eucalyptus, Clove and Guava Family