Flamboyant Coral Tree

Erythrina speciosa, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerShade ProviderPollinator AttractorWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Silver Peanut Butter FruitBunchosia argentea

Nitrogen FixationShade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Giant GranadillaPassiflora quadrangularis

Physical SupportNitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Chicle TreeManilkara chicle

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

African MoringaMoringa stenopetala

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Naked Coral BeanErythrina coralloides

Same genus coral trees compete aggressively for canopy space and root zone resources

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlPollinator SupportLiving Fence

Edible Parts

Young LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingRespiratory Ailments

Common Questions

What zones does Flamboyant Coral Tree grow in?

Flamboyant Coral Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Flamboyant Coral Tree a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Flamboyant Coral Tree is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Flamboyant Coral Tree?

Good companions for Flamboyant Coral Tree include Silver Peanut Butter Fruit, Giant Granadilla, Chicle Tree, African Moringa.

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