Erythrina herbacea (Coralbean)

$ 14.98

Size
Only 6 left in stock.

Native Coralbean is a thorny shrub with brilliant red flowers. It dies to the ground in the winter, but comes back in the spring and grows quickly to 3-6ft.

Coralbean sports a tropical look, and attracts hummingbirds. Its seeds are poisonous if ingested. It grows best in well-draining spots. It appreciates some protection from the hot, evening sun.

AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Medium
Sun exposure Sun to part shade
Mature height 3-6 ft
Bloom time Spring, summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Poisonous Seeds

DISTRIBUTION MAPS

USDA MAP

BONAP MAP

Present in state
Present in county and native
Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state
Not present in state
Present and rare, native in county
Previously present, now extinct
Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)