Erythrina numerosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Bean
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya7: 651 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743866
Common Names
- Erythrina numerosa
- Numerosa Coral Tree
- Numerosa's Coral Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erythrina numerosa (also called Numbered Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub with pinnate leaves and red flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erythrina numerosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erythrina numerosa is yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erythrina numerosa is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Erythrina numerosa
Erythrina numerosa is native to the Caribbean region, including Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
Erythrina numerosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythrina numerosa?
Erythrina numerosa
What is the common name of Erythrina numerosa?
Numbered Coral Tree
What is the natural habitat of Erythrina numerosa?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
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
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77094882-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Erythrina numerosa A.R.Bean: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.