Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
166572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Brittonia3: 309 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165901

Common Names

  • Mexican Coral Tree
  • Mexican Erythrina
  • Scarlet-Flowered Erythrina

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Description

Erythrina mexicana (also called Mexican 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 mexicana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrina mexicana 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 mexicana is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in the spring. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 6 inches tall.

Where to Find Erythrina mexicana

Erythrina mexicana is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Erythrina mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina mexicana?

Erythrina mexicana

What is the common name of Erythrina mexicana?

Mexican Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina mexicana?

It is native to Mexico and Central 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