Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree)
Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree) with elongated orange flower spikes growing on thorny wooden stems
Botanical name: Erythrina decora
Common name: Namib Coral Tree
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular; moderate
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growingSimilar plants: Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree)
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Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree) broad green leaves with visible veins attached to the woody stem.
Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree) green leaves held by a hand to demonstrate their size.
Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree) with small orange flower buds emerging from thick fuzzy green stems.
Erythrina decora (Namib Coral Tree) showing unique gray-green rounded leaves on thin branched stems
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