Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
165049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia22: 266 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164378

Common Names

  • Williams' Coral Tree
  • Erythrina Williamsii
  • Coral Tree

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Description

Erythrina williamsii (also called Williams' Coral Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 15 meters and has bright red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrina williamsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its bark is used to make dyes and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina williamsii is a bright red, tubular flower with yellow and white markings. The seed is a black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrina williamsii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Erythrina williamsii

Erythrina williamsii is native to Central America.

Erythrina williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina williamsii?

Erythrina williamsii

What are the common names of Erythrina williamsii?

Williams' Erythrina

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina williamsii?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.