Erythrina chiapasana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krukoff
Source:
ildis
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Brittonia3: 304 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165881
Common Names
- Chiapas Coral Tree
- Chiapas Tree
- Chiapas Erythrina
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Erythrina chiapasana (also called Chiapas 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 chiapasana 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 chiapasana 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 chiapasana 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 chiapasana
Erythrina chiapasana is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Erythrina chiapasana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythrina chiapasana?
Erythrina chiapasana
What is the common name of Erythrina chiapasana?
Chiapas Coral Tree
What is the natural habitat of Erythrina chiapasana?
It is native to Mexico, where it is found in tropical 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
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Erythrina chiapasana Krukoff: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.