Erythrina Species, Natal Coral Tree, Dwarf Coral Tree

Erythrinahumeana

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Erythrina (er-ith-RY-nuh)
Synonym
Erythrina hastifolia
Erythrina humei
Erythrina princeps
Other Details
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
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Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Citrus Heights, California

Okatie, South Carolina

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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M
Beaufort, SC | September 2022 | neutral

Hello,
I am looking into growing these erythrina.
Does anyone has seeds to share (or trade with other things)
My int...Read More

M
| February 2018 | positive

I know the Dwarf Coral Tree very well as it grows naturally in grassland in the area near Durban South Africa where I live.

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A
Chandler, AZ | January 2013 | positive

Another spectacular member of a magnificent genus of trees. Saw well grown specimens in full bloom while in San Diego this past September...Read More

P
Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | June 2004 | neutral

smaller shrubby tree with dark red flowers along tip of branches. this is an African native. I think this is the only coral tree to flo...Read More

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