Erythrina herbacea (Coral tree) - Image 9

Botanical name: Erythrina herbacea

Common names: Coral tree, Coral bean, Cardinal-spear, Cherokee-bean

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Mexico and southern USA

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 7-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowersThorny or spinyToxic or PoisonousPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Erythrina herbacea (Coral tree) deep pink flower cluster hanging on a thin brown branch.
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