Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
livingstoniana
ID:
181579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 182 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000180908



Common Names

  • Livingston's Coral Tree
  • Livingston's Erythrina
  • Livingston's Wild Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Corallodendron livingstonianum (Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erythrina livingstoniana (also called Livingston's Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in dry forests, savannas, and scrublands. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are red and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina livingstoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina livingstoniana is red and grows in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina livingstoniana is a deciduous shrub or small tree that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Erythrina livingstoniana

Erythrina livingstoniana is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, as well as in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Erythrina livingstoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina livingstoniana?

Erythrina livingstoniana

What is the family of Erythrina livingstoniana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Erythrina livingstoniana?

Livingston's Coral Tree

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