Coral bean (Erythrina herbacea)
Coral bean, also known as Cherokee bean, Mamou plant
The Coral bean (Erythrina herbacea) is a small tree or shrub known for its striking red tubular flowers that bloom in the spring. By late summer, its pods turn black and split open, revealing bright red seeds that are highly toxic.
Key Facts About Coral bean
Attributes of Coral bean
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
1.8 m to 3.5 m
Spread
90 cm to 1.8 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Red
Scientific Classification of Coral bean
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Legumes, milkworts and allies
Family
Legume
Genus
Coral trees
Species
Coral bean
Toxicity
ingestion