Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
185688

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel3: 14 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185017



Common Names

  • Erythrina Arborescens
  • Tree Coral Tree
  • Arborescent Coral Tree


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Synonyms

  • Erythrina tienensis Wang & T.Tang [unknown]
  • Duchassaingia arborescens (Roxb.) Walp. [valid]
  • Erythrina moorii Tod. [valid]
  • Corallodendron arborescens (Roxb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erythrina arborescens (also called Tree Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina arborescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina arborescens is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina arborescens is a tropical plant native to India. It is a large tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Erythrina arborescens

Erythrina arborescens is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Erythrina arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina arborescens?

Erythrina arborescens

What type of plant is Erythrina arborescens?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina arborescens?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Erythrina genus

Erythrina atitlanensis, Erythrina barqueroana, Erythrina castillejiflora, Erythrina cobanensis, Erythrina florenciae, Erythrina huehuetenangensis, Erythrina oliviae, Erythrina pudica, Erythrina salviiflora, Erythrina santamartensis, Erythrina steyermarkii, Erythrina tajumulcensis, Erythrina tuxtlana, Erythrina williamsii, Erythrina amazonica, Erythrina americana, Erythrina buchii, Erythrina chiapasana, Erythrina chiriquensis, Erythrina cochleata, Erythrina costaricensis, Erythrina eggersii, Erythrina flabelliformis, Erythrina folkersii, Erythrina gibbosa, Erythrina globocalyx, Erythrina goldmanii, Erythrina grisebachii, Erythrina guatemalensis, Erythrina herbacea, Erythrina hondurensis, Erythrina lanata, Erythrina lanceolata, Erythrina leptopoda, Erythrina mexicana, Erythrina pallida, Erythrina peruviana, Erythrina petraea, Erythrina poeppigiana, Erythrina polychaeta, Erythrina rubrinervia, Erythrina schimpfii, Erythrina similis, Erythrina smithiana, Erythrina standleyana, Erythrina ulei, Erythrina longipes, Erythrina cubensis, Erythrina macrophylla, Erythrina speciosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family