Erythrina sp. (Coral Tree) - Image 9

Botanical name: Erythrina sp.

Common name: Coral Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11?

Hardiness: 20°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Erythrina sp. red flower close up with green leaves against blue sky.
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Erythrina livingstoniana, Cry Baby Tree

6730 Erythrina livingstoniana, Cry Baby Tree

Medium to large tree, rare in cultivation. Flowers in very striking terminal racemes, resembling the inflorescences of Aloe, scarlet-red. Seeds bright red with a white spot. The flowers of this species are larger and more spectacular than any other Erythrina species.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
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