About This Product
Botanical Name: Erythrina caffra, E. constantiana
Common Name: Coral Tree
Deciduous tree native to South Africa. Bare branches are angular and attractive, and produce large clusters of deep red-orange tubular flowers. Flowers produce nectar in abundance, attracting birds. After flowering, the tree is adorned with black seed pods that burst open to reveal bright red seeds. In late winter or earlier, flowers give way to new, bright green egg-shaped leaves.
USDA Zone: Zones 9 - 11
Sunset Zone: Zones 21 - 24; H1
Mature Height: 25 - 40 feet
Mature Width: 40 - 60 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
