Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subumbrans
ID:
185692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassk.) Merr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C5: 113 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185021

Common Names

  • Erythrina Subumbrans
  • Dwarf Coral Tree
  • Dwarf Erythrina

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Synonyms

  • Erythrina lithosperma Blume ex Miq. [valid]
  • Erythrina mysorensis Gamble [valid]
  • Hypaphorus subumbrans Hassk. [valid]
  • Erythrina holosericea Kurz [valid]
  • Erythrina sumatrana Miq. [valid]
  • Erythrina secundiflora Hassk. [illegitimate]
  • Erythrina lithosperma inermis Miq. [valid]
  • Erythrina lithosperma armata Miq. [valid]
  • Hypaphorus subumbrans inermis Hassk. [valid]
  • Hypaphorus subumbrans aculeata Hassk. [valid]
  • Erythrina hypaphorus Boerl. ex Koord.-Schum. [valid]
  • Erythrina holoserica Kurz [unknown]
  • Corallodendron holosericeum (Kurz) Kuntze [valid]
  • Corallodendron lithospermum (Blume ex Miq.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Corallodendron sumatranum (Miq.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erythrina subumbrans (also called Subumbrous 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 subumbrans is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrina subumbrans 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 subumbrans 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 subumbrans

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

Erythrina subumbrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrina subumbrans?

Erythrina subumbrans

What is the common name of Erythrina subumbrans?

Red-flowering Coral Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrina subumbrans?

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

References

Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.