Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeyheri
ID:
181930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 236 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181259



Common Names

  • Erythrina zeyheri
  • Zeyheri Erythrina
  • Zeyheri's Erythrina


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Synonyms

  • Corallodendron zeyheri (Harv.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erythrina zeyheri (also called Zeyher's Coral Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of 7 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina zeyheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina zeyheri is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed that is slightly flattened. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina zeyheri is a deciduous shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and will tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erythrina zeyheri

Erythrina zeyheri is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Erythrina zeyheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina zeyheri?

Erythrina zeyheri

What is the common name of Erythrina zeyheri?

None

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina zeyheri?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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