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The flowers of the golden shower trees, scientifically known as Cassia fistula, are beginning to bloom and fill the streets of Hanoi with a vibrant yellow colour.
 

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Each branch holds around five buds which contain oval shaped petals.

 

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The yellow buds form in bunches measuring between 20 and 40 centimetres.
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The golden shower is the national flower of Thailand.
 

 
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Together with bang lang, the crape myrtle, and phuong vi, the flamboyant flower, golden shower trees help make the summer more colourful and the streets feel far more poetic.

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The flowers can be seen in full bloom from May until July.
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The streets look increasingly beautiful as they are adorned with the yellow blossoms.
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Here are some photos of the bright yellow flowers on the streets:
 

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 Dan Tri/VOV