Water
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Also known as Himalayan Coral Tree
Erythrina arborescens is a deciduous tree native to the Himalayas, featuring striking red flowers and thorny branches.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is between 15-25°C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
50% intensity
Avoid fertilizing in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree, remove dead or damaged branches, and encourage flowering. Avoid heavy pruning during the growing season.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring, or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Scarification of seeds may improve germination rates.
Young trees may benefit from repotting every 2-3 years. Mature trees generally do not require frequent repotting and prefer to be slightly root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Erythrina Arborescens (Erythrina arborescens)
Where Erythrina Arborescens (Erythrina arborescens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Erythrina |
| Species | Erythrina arborescens |
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