Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulei
ID:
166584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg48: 172 (1906 publ. 1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165913

Common Names

  • Ule's Coral Tree
  • Ule's Flame Tree
  • Ule's Coral Bean Tree

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Synonyms

  • Erythrina xinguensis Ducke [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina ulei is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina ulei is a bright red, tubular flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a flat, dark brown, bean-like structure with a thin, papery covering. The seedling has a single, unbranched stem with two leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina ulei 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 ulei

Erythrina ulei is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Erythrina ulei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina ulei?

Erythrina ulei

What is the common name of Erythrina ulei?

Ule's Coral Tree

What is the natural range of Erythrina ulei?

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

References