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{{short description|Species of flowering plant}} | |||
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| image_caption = Erythrina variegata in Munnar, Kerala | |||
| genus = Erythrina | |||
| species = variegata | |||
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'''Erythrina variegata''', commonly known as the '''Indian coral tree''', is a species of [[flowering plant]] in the [[pea family]], [[Fabaceae]]. It is native to the [[tropical]] and [[subtropical]] regions of [[Asia]], [[Australia]], and the [[Pacific Islands]]. | |||
== | ==Description== | ||
[[Erythrina variegata]] is | [[File:Flower_I_IMG_3974.jpg|thumb|left|Flowers of ''Erythrina variegata'']] | ||
''Erythrina variegata'' is a medium-sized [[deciduous]] tree that can grow up to 15–20 meters in height. The tree is known for its striking [[red]] and [[orange]] [[flowers]], which bloom in dense clusters. The [[leaves]] are [[trifoliate]], with each leaflet being ovate to elliptic in shape. | |||
The [[bark]] of the tree is smooth and [[gray]], while the [[trunk]] is often [[spiny]]. The [[seeds]] are [[black]] and [[bean]]-like, contained within a [[pod]] that splits open when mature. | |||
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== | ==Distribution and habitat== | ||
[[ | ''Erythrina variegata'' is found in a variety of habitats, including [[coastal]] areas, [[forests]], and [[savannas]]. It is widely cultivated in [[tropical]] and [[subtropical]] regions for its ornamental value and as a [[shade tree]]. | ||
== | ==Uses== | ||
[[Erythrina variegata]] is | [[File:Erythrina_variegata_Blanco1.217.png|thumb|right|Illustration of ''Erythrina variegata'']] | ||
The tree is valued for its [[timber]], which is used in [[carpentry]] and [[woodworking]]. The [[flowers]] are sometimes used in [[traditional medicine]] and as a source of [[dye]]. | |||
== | In [[agriculture]], ''Erythrina variegata'' is often used as a [[living fence]] and as a [[support]] for [[vine]] crops. The tree is also planted for [[soil improvement]] due to its ability to [[fix nitrogen]]. | ||
==Cultural significance== | |||
In many cultures, ''Erythrina variegata'' holds [[symbolic]] significance. It is often associated with [[fertility]] and [[prosperity]]. | |||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Erythrina_variegata_flower.jpg|Close-up of ''Erythrina variegata'' flower | |||
File:Erythrina_variegata_kz01.jpg|''Erythrina variegata'' in full bloom | |||
File:Erythrina_variegata_(Indian_coral_tree)_seeds,_Tamuning,_Guam.jpg|Seeds of ''Erythrina variegata'' | |||
File:Erythrina_variegata_seedling._Dededo,_Guam.jpg|Seedling of ''Erythrina variegata'' | |||
File:Coral_Tree_Monsoon_Mallalli_Falls_Hassan_Jun24_A7CR_01575.jpg|''Erythrina variegata'' during monsoon | |||
</gallery> | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Fabaceae]] | * [[Fabaceae]] | ||
* [[Deciduous | * [[Deciduous]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Nitrogen fixation]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Erythrina|variegata]] | ||
[[Category:Flora of Asia]] | [[Category:Flora of Asia]] | ||
[[Category:Flora of Australia]] | [[Category:Flora of Australia]] | ||
[[Category:Flora of the Pacific]] | |||
[[Category:Flora of the Pacific | |||
Latest revision as of 14:12, 21 February 2025
Species of flowering plant
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Erythrina variegata in Munnar, Kerala | |
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| Genus | Erythrina |
| Species | variegata |
| Binomial name | Erythrina variegata |
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Erythrina variegata, commonly known as the Indian coral tree, is a species of flowering plant in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Description[edit]
Erythrina variegata is a medium-sized deciduous tree that can grow up to 15–20 meters in height. The tree is known for its striking red and orange flowers, which bloom in dense clusters. The leaves are trifoliate, with each leaflet being ovate to elliptic in shape.
The bark of the tree is smooth and gray, while the trunk is often spiny. The seeds are black and bean-like, contained within a pod that splits open when mature.
Distribution and habitat[edit]
Erythrina variegata is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, forests, and savannas. It is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its ornamental value and as a shade tree.
Uses[edit]
The tree is valued for its timber, which is used in carpentry and woodworking. The flowers are sometimes used in traditional medicine and as a source of dye.
In agriculture, Erythrina variegata is often used as a living fence and as a support for vine crops. The tree is also planted for soil improvement due to its ability to fix nitrogen.
Cultural significance[edit]
In many cultures, Erythrina variegata holds symbolic significance. It is often associated with fertility and prosperity.
Gallery[edit]
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Close-up of Erythrina variegata flower -
Erythrina variegata in full bloom -
Seeds of Erythrina variegata -
Seedling of Erythrina variegata -
Erythrina variegata during monsoon
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