Red-hot-poker Tree

Erythrina abyssinica, Fabaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade ProviderPollinator AttractorWindbreakMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Forest IronwoodDrypetes gossweileri

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Narrow-leaved Butter TreeMadhuca neriifolia

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Giant Velvet BeanMucuna gigantea

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Ethiopian FrankincenseBoswellia papyrifera

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Three-leaved CaperCrateva adansonii

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Dwarf Coral TreeErythrina humeana

Related coral tree species with overlapping niches create competitive pressure for resources and growing space

Indian Coral TreeErythrina variegata

Different coral tree species compete for similar ecological niches and resources

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlLive FencingCoffee ShadeFodder Production

Edible Parts

SeedsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingEye Infections

Common Questions

What zones does Red-hot-poker Tree grow in?

Red-hot-poker Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

Is Red-hot-poker Tree a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Red-hot-poker Tree is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Red-hot-poker Tree?

Good companions for Red-hot-poker Tree include Forest Ironwood, Narrow-leaved Butter Tree, Giant Velvet Bean, Ethiopian Frankincense, Three-leaved Caper.

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