Erythrina variegata L. var. carnea
Frost-tender shrub or small tree with prickly stems and pale pink or red flowers. [Don]. Erythrina variegata L. is somewhat variable. Carnea probably differs only in having pinker flowers.
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘We are obliged to Mr. Herbert, for the drawing of this scarce shrub, which flowered in the hothouse at Spofforth, in the early part of last spring. The species was introduced by Dr. Houston, from Vera Cruz, before 1733.’ [BR f.389/1819].
History at Camden Park
Listed in the 1850 and 1857 catalogues [T.425/1850]. An old specimen of Erythrina variegata survives at Camden Park, whether carnea or not I am unsure as I have never seen it in flower. But as Erythrina indica was not listed in the catalogues after 1850 perhaps carnea is more likely. See also Erythrina variegata L.
Notes
Published Dec 19, 2009 - 05:01 PM | Last updated Jul 21, 2010 - 11:56 AM
Erythrina variegata L. var. carnea | BR f.389/1819 | BHL
| Family | Fabaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Tropical and sub-tropical regions from Africa to Asia |
| Synonyms |
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| Common Name | Indian Coral Tree |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Erythrina carnea |
| Confidence level | high |