Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verna
ID:
187283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin.7: 304 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186612



Common Names

  • Coral tree
  • Coral bean
  • Erythrina verna


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Synonyms

  • Erythrina flammea Herzog [valid]

Description

Erythrina verna (also called Scarlet Wisteria, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It has bright red flowers and pinnate leaves. It prefers moist soils and can be found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina verna is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina verna is a small, red flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina verna is a perennial shrub native to tropical South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm location until they are established.

Where to Find Erythrina verna

Erythrina verna can be found in the dry forests of Brazil.

Erythrina verna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina verna?

Erythrina verna

What are the common names of Erythrina verna?

Verna erythrina and verna

What is the native range of Erythrina verna?

Central and 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