About
Erythrina humeana, the Natal coral tree, is a deciduous shrub or small tree to around 4 m with trifoliate leaves and spectacular, dense, erect racemes of large, brilliant-red, pea-shaped flowers in summer and autumn. One of the hardier coral trees, suitable for a sheltered, sunny wall in milder gardens. A stunning specimen plant.
About the genus
Erythrina, the coral trees, are deciduous or semi-evergreen trees and shrubs with trifoliate leaves and showy, dense racemes of large, pea-shaped flowers in brilliant red, orange or yellow. Grown as spectacular ornamental specimen plants in frost-free or sheltered gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising in grass.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally after flowering.
PropagationDivide offsets or bulbils when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.