Erythrina edulis (Chachafruto)
Erythrina edulis (Chachafruto) orange flower cluster attached to a woody brown stem in close up.
Botanical name: Erythrina edulis
Common name: Chachafruto
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
Origin: South America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
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: Moderate
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Erythrina edulis (Chachafruto) showing large green leaves alongside clusters of small orange flower spikes.
Erythrina edulis (Chachafruto) green fruit hanging from branch held for size comparison by human hand
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