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Naked Coral Tree

Erythrina Coralloides

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Overview

The Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina coralloides) is a vibrant deciduous tree that reaches heights up to 25 feet. Characterized by its spiny trunk and gray bark, it showcases clusters of red, coral-like flowers in spring before leaf emergence. Hardy in USDA zones 8-11, it thrives in full sun with moderate water. Its brilliant blooms attract hummingbirds, adding dynamic interest to xeriscapes and wildlife gardens within a spread of 20 feet at maturity.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 10–10Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Erythrina coralloides boasts a moderate growth rate and thrives in USDA zones 7 through 11
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — which encourages the most prolific floweringNaked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Native to the dry forests of Mexico and southern regions of the United StatesNaked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — scientifically known as Erythrina coralloidesNaked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — it showcases clusters of redNaked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — It prefers full sun exposureNaked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Its brilliant blooms attract hummingbirds+22

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Erythrina coralloides boasts a moderate growth rate and thrives in USDA zones 7 through 11
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — which encourages the most prolific flowering
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Native to the dry forests of Mexico and southern regions of the United States
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — scientifically known as Erythrina coralloides
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — it showcases clusters of red
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — It prefers full sun exposure
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Its brilliant blooms attract hummingbirds
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Hardy in USDA zones 8-11, it thrives in full sun with moderate water
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — adding dynamic interest to xeriscapes and wildlife gardens within a spread of 20 feet at maturity
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — Characterized by its spiny trunk and gray bark
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — and well-drained soil conditions
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — which emerge on almost bare branches in early spring before the foliage develops
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — The Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina coralloides) is a vibrant deciduous tree that reaches heights up to 25 feet
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — creating a spectacular contrast against the stark limbs
Naked Coral Tree (Erythrina Coralloides) — coral-like flowers in spring before leaf emergence
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
Erythrina Coralloides
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