Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burana
ID:
181246

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Atti Reale Accad. Italia, Mem. Cl. Sci. Fis.11: 27 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000180575



Common Names

  • Burana Tree
  • Erythrina burana
  • Burana Coral Tree


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Description

Erythrina burana (also called Burana Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central America. It has a smooth, grey bark and small, red flowers. It grows in tropical forests, dry forests, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina burana is a popular ornamental tree, often used for landscaping purposes. It is also used for providing shade and as a windbreak. The leaves of this tree are used for making herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrina burana has small, red flowers that form in clusters. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina burana is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Erythrina burana

Erythrina burana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Africa.

Erythrina burana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina burana?

Erythrina burana

What is the common name of Erythrina burana?

Burana Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina burana?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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