The araguaney (Tabebuia chrisantha) was declared National Tree of Venezuela on May 29, 1948 and is given throughout the national territory.
It is a strong and beautiful plant that has the incredible gift of growing almost in any soil, even in those that are poor in organic substances. That's why it's our National tree.
Fuente: http://arboles.foroambientalista.org/2010/10/12/araguaney-arbol-nacional-de-venezuela/
Venezuela flourishes despite not having the substances