Cock’s Comb,Common Coral Tree. An open tree in warm climates, a woody based perennial in cool climates. Branches bear stout spines, leaves green on spiny stems. Long racemes of deep red pea-like flowers. Max Height 6m to 9m. Max Spread 3m to 4m. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erythrina crista-galli
An open tree in warm climates, a woody based perennial in cool climates. Branches bear stout spines, leaves green on spiny stems. Long racemes of deep red pea-like flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Erythrina |
|---|---|
| Species | crista-galli |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cock's Comb, Common Coral Tree |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 6m, 9m |
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Spread | 3m, 4m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Open |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
| Border | Warm wall, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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