Erythrina americana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mill.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8: n.° 5 (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165879
Common Names
- American Coral Tree
- American Tree
- American Erythrina
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- Erythrina enneandra DC. [valid]
- Corallodendron americanum (Mill.) Kuntze [valid]
- Erythrina fulgens Loisel. [valid]
- Erythrina carnea Aiton [valid]
- Erythrina coralloides Moc. & Sessé ex DC. [valid]
- Erythrina laeta Dehnh. [valid]
- Corallodendron coralloides (Moc. & Sessé ex DC.) Kuntze [valid]
- Corallodendron roseum (A.Dietr.) Kuntze [valid]
- Erythrina rosea A.Dietr. [valid]
Description
Erythrina americana (also called American 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 americana 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 americana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erythrina americana 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 americana
Erythrina americana is native to North America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Erythrina americana FAQ
What is the common name of Erythrina americana?
American Coral Tree
Where does Erythrina americana grow?
It is native to Central and South America.
What is the growth rate of Erythrina americana?
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
References
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Erythrina americana Mill.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.