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Natal Coral Tree

Erythrina Humeana

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Overview

The Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina humeana) is a vibrant, deciduous shrub reaching heights of 6-10 feet. Its striking, scarlet-red blooms appear in summer, resembling coral with their tubular shape. Adaptable to USDA zones 9-11, it enjoys full sun and well-draining soil. With its moderate growth rate, it serves as a beautiful focal point in any garden. Regular pruning maintains its compact shape. Drought-tolerant, it requires minimal watering once established.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–10Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — The Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina humeana) is a vibrant, deciduous shrub reaching heights of 6-10 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — with a comparable canopy spread
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — resembling coral sea structures; tree for full
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — These trees are relatively drought tolerant once established; resembling coral sea structures
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — scientifically named Erythrina humeana
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — tree for full
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — The Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina humeana) is a vibrant, deciduous shrub reaching heights of 6-10 feet; with, image 45
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — With its moderate growth rate, it serves as a beautiful focal point in any garden
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — making them a suitable choice for water-wise landscapes; red flowers in the garden
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — These trees are relatively drought tolerant once established
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its prowess in adding vibrant splashes of color to any landscape; an indigenous
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — Its striking, scarlet-red blooms appear in summer, resembling coral with their tubular shape; with a comparable canopy
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — With its moderate growth rate, it serves as a beautiful focal point in any garden; adaptable to USDA zones 9-11, it
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — tree with red blooms
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — tree for full; making them a suitable choice for water-wise landscapes
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — These tubular blooms not only provide a visual feast but also attract an array of pollinators; that burst into bloom
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — Adaptable to USDA zones 9-11, it enjoys full sun and well-draining soil; these trees are relatively drought tolerant
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — with a comparable canopy spread; is a captivating specimen renowned for its prowess in adding vibrant splashes of color
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — red flowers in the garden
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — its most striking feature is the stunning scarlet flowers
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — Regular pruning maintains its compact shape; this semi-deciduous tree thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — Drought-tolerant, it requires minimal watering once established
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — its most striking feature is the stunning scarlet flowers; these tubular blooms not only provide a visual feast but also
Natal Coral Tree (Erythrina Humeana) — this semi-deciduous tree thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11
Erythrina Humeana
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