Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atitlanensis
ID:
165033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.20(2): 162 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164362

Common Names

  • Atitlan Erythrina
  • Atitlan Coral Tree
  • Erythrina Atitlanensis

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Description

Erythrina atitlanensis (also called Atitlán Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Guatemala and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 15 meters and has bright red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina atitlanensis is used for timber production, as a windbreak, and for soil conservation. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina atitlanensis is a bright red, tubular flower with yellow and white markings. The seed is a black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina atitlanensis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Erythrina atitlanensis

Erythrina atitlanensis can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Erythrina atitlanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina atitlanensis?

Erythrina atitlanensis

What are the common names of Erythrina atitlanensis?

Atitlan Erythrina

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina atitlanensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.