Erythrina macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 411 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174140
Common Names
- Large-Leaved Erythrina
- Large-Leaved Coral Tree
- Large-Leaved Scarlet Tree
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Erythrina macrophylla (also called Erythrina macrophylla, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnate and trifoliate. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Uses & Benefits
Erythrina macrophylla is used in traditional medicines for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive pink flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erythrina macrophylla has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a white stripe in the middle.
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Erythrina macrophylla is a perennial shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Erythrina macrophylla
Erythrina macrophylla is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Erythrina macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythrina macrophylla?
Erythrina macrophylla
What is the common name of Erythrina macrophylla?
Large-leaved Coral Tree
Where is Erythrina macrophylla found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Erythrina macrophylla DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.