Erythrina crista-galli — Overview

Cockspur Coral Tree learn more about names for this taxon

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Description of Erythrina crista-galli

Erythrina crista-galli also known as the cockspur coral tree, firemans cap, or cry-baby tree is a decidious and thorny tree native to South America. It can reach 6 metres tall. It bears striking deep-red flowers in summer in clusters as is typical of Fabaceae. Leaves are decidious, alternate and composed. They are spiny. 

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