Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
207665

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koord. & Valeton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Boomsoort. Java2: 61 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206994



Common Names

  • Microcarpa Erythrina
  • Microcarpa Coral Tree
  • Microcarpa Red-Flowered Coral Tree


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Synonyms

  • Erythrina stipitata Merr. [valid]

Description

Erythrina microcarpa (also called 'Small-fruited coral tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in open forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina microcarpa is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrina microcarpa has red flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina microcarpa is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into larger containers and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Erythrina microcarpa

Erythrina microcarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Africa.

Erythrina microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina microcarpa?

Erythrina microcarpa

What are the common names of Erythrina microcarpa?

Small-fruited Coral Tree, Small-fruited Coral Tree

What is the native range of Erythrina microcarpa?

India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Indochina

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

References

Sijfert Hendrik Koorders (1863-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koord.' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.