Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
166549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Brittonia3: 270 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165878

Common Names

  • Amazon Coral Tree
  • Amazon Tree
  • Amazon Erythrina

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Description

Erythrina amazonica (also called Amazon Erythrina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The wood is used for fuel, construction, and furniture. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrina amazonica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are flat, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina amazonica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Erythrina amazonica

Erythrina amazonica is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Erythrina amazonica FAQ

What is the common name of Erythrina amazonica?

Amazonian Coral Tree

Where does Erythrina amazonica grow?

It is native to Central and South America.

What is the growth rate of Erythrina amazonica?

It has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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