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{{Short description|A species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae}} | |||
{{Taxobox | |||
| name = Erythrina variegata | |||
| image = Erythrina variegata.jpg | |||
| image_caption = Erythrina variegata in bloom | |||
| regnum = [[Plantae]] | |||
| unranked_divisio = [[Angiosperms]] | |||
| unranked_classis = [[Eudicots]] | |||
| unranked_ordo = [[Rosids]] | |||
| ordo = [[Fabales]] | |||
| familia = [[Fabaceae]] | |||
| genus = ''[[Erythrina]]'' | |||
| species = '''''E. variegata''''' | |||
| binomial = ''Erythrina variegata'' | |||
| binomial_authority = [[Carl Linnaeus|L.]] | |||
}} | |||
'''''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]]. | |||
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== | ==Description== | ||
[[ | ''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]] is smooth and gray, often with a greenish tinge. | ||
[[File:Erythrina variegata flower.jpg|thumb|left|Flowers of ''Erythrina variegata'']] | |||
[[Erythrina variegata | |||
== | ==Distribution and Habitat== | ||
[[ | ''Erythrina variegata'' is widely distributed across the [[Indian subcontinent]], [[Southeast Asia]], [[northern Australia]], and the [[Pacific Islands]]. It thrives in [[tropical]] and [[subtropical]] climates, often found in [[coastal]] areas, [[forests]], and [[savannas]]. | ||
== | ==Uses== | ||
[[Erythrina variegata]] | The tree is valued for its [[ornamental]] beauty and is often planted in [[gardens]] and along [[avenues]]. The [[wood]] of ''Erythrina variegata'' is lightweight and is used in making [[canoes]], [[rafts]], and [[musical instruments]]. The [[bark]] and [[leaves]] have been used in [[traditional medicine]] for their purported [[anti-inflammatory]] and [[antimicrobial]] properties. | ||
== | ==Cultural Significance== | ||
In many cultures, ''Erythrina variegata'' holds [[symbolic]] significance. In [[Hawaii]], it is known as the "wiliwili" tree and is associated with [[Hawaiian mythology]]. In [[India]], it is sometimes planted near [[temples]] and is considered a [[sacred]] tree. | |||
[[File:Erythrina variegata leaves.jpg|thumb|right|Leaves of ''Erythrina variegata'']] | |||
==Ecological Role== | |||
''Erythrina variegata'' plays an important role in its ecosystem. The [[flowers]] attract a variety of [[pollinators]], including [[birds]] and [[insects]]. The tree also provides [[habitat]] and [[food]] for various [[wildlife]] species. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Erythrina]] | * [[Erythrina]] | ||
* [[Fabaceae]] | * [[Fabaceae]] | ||
* [[Deciduous | * [[Deciduous]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Pollination]] | ||
[[Category:Fabaceae]] | [[Category:Fabaceae]] | ||
[[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 | |||
Revision as of 17:31, 18 February 2025
A species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae
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 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 is smooth and gray, often with a greenish tinge.
Distribution and Habitat
Erythrina variegata is widely distributed across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, northern Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, often found in coastal areas, forests, and savannas.
Uses
The tree is valued for its ornamental beauty and is often planted in gardens and along avenues. The wood of Erythrina variegata is lightweight and is used in making canoes, rafts, and musical instruments. The bark and leaves have been used in traditional medicine for their purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Cultural Significance
In many cultures, Erythrina variegata holds symbolic significance. In Hawaii, it is known as the "wiliwili" tree and is associated with Hawaiian mythology. In India, it is sometimes planted near temples and is considered a sacred tree.
Ecological Role
Erythrina variegata plays an important role in its ecosystem. The flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including birds and insects. The tree also provides habitat and food for various wildlife species.
