Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petraea
ID:
166576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Zoe5: 247 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165905

Common Names

  • Petraea Erythrina
  • Erythrina petraea
  • Petraea erythrina tree

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Synonyms

  • Erythrina breviflora petraea (Brandegee) Krukoff [unknown]

Description

Erythrina petraea (also called Pink Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina petraea 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 petraea 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 petraea 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 petraea

Erythrina petraea is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Erythrina petraea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina petraea?

Erythrina petraea

What is the common name of Erythrina petraea?

Petraea's Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina petraea?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, 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