Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vespertilio
ID:
185694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, J. Exped. Trop. Australia: 218 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185023

Common Names

  • Coral Bean
  • Cardinal Tree
  • Coral Vine

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Synonyms

  • Corallodendron vespertilio (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erythrina vespertilio typica Domin [invalid]

Description

Erythrina vespertilio (also called Bat-winged Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina vespertilio is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erythrina vespertilio sub. biloba (F.Muell.) A.R.Bean
Erythrina vespertilio sub. vespertilio

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina vespertilio is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina vespertilio is a tropical plant native to India. It is a small tree that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Erythrina vespertilio

Erythrina vespertilio is native to the Caribbean islands, and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Erythrina vespertilio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina vespertilio?

Erythrina vespertilio

What is the common name of Erythrina vespertilio?

Bat-winged Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina vespertilio?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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