Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
182800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana

Source:
ildis

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot)6: 145 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182129



Common Names

  • Erythrina Edulis
  • Erythrina Edulis
  • Erythrina Edulis


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Synonyms

  • Erythrina megistophylla Diels [valid]
  • Erythrina edulis Posada-Ar. [unknown]
  • Erythrina esculenta Sprague [valid]
  • Erythrina lorenoi J.F.Macbr. [valid]

Description

Erythrina edulis (also called Edible Erythrina, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina edulis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina edulis is a bright red, trumpet-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a flat, dark brown, oblong bean. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina edulis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Erythrina edulis

Erythrina edulis is native to Central and South America. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, including the Caribbean.

Erythrina edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina edulis?

Erythrina edulis

What is the common name of Erythrina edulis?

Edible Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina edulis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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