Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
166556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier2: 445 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165885

Common Names

  • Costaricensis Erythrina
  • Erythrina Costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Erythrina

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Synonyms

  • Erythrina costaricensis panamensis (Standl.) Croat [valid]
  • Erythrina colombiana Krukoff [valid]
  • Erythrina panamensis Standl. [valid]

Description

Erythrina costaricensis (also called Costa Rican 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 costaricensis 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 costaricensis has bright red, tubular flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, flat, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina costaricensis 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 costaricensis

Erythrina costaricensis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica.

Erythrina costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina costaricensis?

Erythrina costaricensis

What is the common name of Erythrina costaricensis?

Costa Rican Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina costaricensis?

It is native to Costa Rica, 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