Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mildbraedii
ID:
181674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
G.W.J.Mildbraed (ed.), Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot.2: 264 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181003



Common Names

  • Erythrina Mildbraedii
  • Mildbraed's Coral Tree
  • Mildbraed's Erythrina


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Synonyms

  • Erythrina buesgenii Harms [unknown]
  • Erythrina problematica P.A.Duvign. & Rochez [unknown]
  • Erythrina buesgenii Harms ex Busgen [valid]
  • Erythrina altissima A.Chev. [valid]
  • Erythrina klainei Pierre ex Harms [valid]
  • Erythrina problematica J.Duvign. & Rochez [invalid]

Description

Erythrina mildbraedii (also called Mildbraed's Erythrina, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to East Africa. It has red flowers and pinnate leaves. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina mildbraedii has been used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a dye, for its fragrant aroma, and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina mildbraedii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina mildbraedii is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in the spring.

Where to Find Erythrina mildbraedii

Erythrina mildbraedii can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Erythrina mildbraedii FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Erythrina mildbraedii

What type of climate does this plant prefer?

Tropical climates

What type of soil does this plant prefer?

Fertile, well-drained soil

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