Erythrina caffra

Coral Tree, Kaffirboom

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, red
Bloom time Spring and Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Specimen, street tree
Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m
Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded, spreading or horizontal