Erythrina crista-galli

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Cockspur Coral Tree, Ceibo

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Dave Ryden

 

Description

This medium-size tree will grow 15-25' and produces beautiful orange and red blooms. It will do best in wet soil and full sun. Frost-tender.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Red, Multi-Colored

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Eliminate runoff, especially with fixed spray sprinklers, clay soils, and slopes, by dividing the total watering time into shorter increments.
This allows water to soak in.