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Erythrina Species, Cherokee Bean, Coral Bean

Erythrinaherbacea subsp. nigrorosea

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Family

Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Erythrina (er-ith-RY-nuh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Deciduous

Provides Winter Interest

This plant is resistant to deer

Smooth

Height

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Seed is poisonous if ingested

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Red

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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