Plants in genus erythrina
Erythrina herbacea
Erythrina herbacea, commonly known as the coral bean, is a flowering shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States and northeastern Mexico. It features bright red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and has a large underground storage root. This plant thrives in hot, dry conditions and is known for its medicinal uses by Native American people.
Erythrina herbacea 'Woodlanders Pink'
Erythrina herbacea 'Woodlanders Pink' is a rare form of coral bean with striking pink flowers that resemble lipstick. The plant features slightly prickly branches and trifoliate leaves, growing rapidly to about 3 feet tall. It is best suited for marginal zones and should not be pruned until late spring. This plant may take several years to mature enough to flower profusely, but it is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Erythrina bidwillii
Erythrina bidwillii is a hybrid plant known for its vibrant red flowers that attract hummingbirds, blooming from June until frost. This plant forms a 6-foot tall by 8-foot wide mound of arching stalks with giant, pea-like foliage. It is a cross between Erythrina herbacea and Erythrina crista-galli, making it a unique addition to gardens that favor butterfly and bird attraction. Erythrina bidwillii is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in sunny locations and adding a tropical flair to any landscape.
Erythrina herbacea 'Supply Sider'
Erythrina herbacea 'Supply Sider' is a striking plant introduced in 2021, featuring flaming red, tubular flowers. It grows up to 3 feet tall and has bean-like green leaves. This plant forms a large underground caudex and produces pea-like pods with red seeds if pollinated. It has historical uses by Native Americans for medicinal purposes.