Coral tree

Erythrina perrieri

The striking red flowers of the coral tree attract birds and insects to help with pollination.

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Red List
Endangered

This deciduous tree grows to a height of up to 15 metres. It has thorns on its trunk and branches. The scarlet flowers appear even before the leaves begin to sprout again. The coral tree is very rare and is found only on the Ankarana Plateau in Madagascar. 

Distribution

endemic to Madagascar only

Number of related species

120, of which six species are found in Madagascar

Use

the seeds are used to make jewellery; the tree grows as a shade tree in cacao and coffee plantations

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest
Distribution

endemic to Madagascar only

Number of related species

120, of which six species are found in Madagascar

Use

the seeds are used to make jewellery; the tree grows as a shade tree in cacao and coffee plantations

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest
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