Erythrina rubrinervia
Erythrina rubrinervia, commonly known as the coral coral tree, is a striking medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its vibrant red flowers, this species is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, making it a significant subject of ethnobotanical study.
- Scientific name: Erythrina rubrinervia
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it falls under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Erythrina, specifically as the species Erythrina rubrinervia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erythrina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Erythrina rubra, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the coral tree, while in Spanish, it is commonly called el árbol coral. In Portuguese, the plant is known as coral tree, and in French, it is called arbre corail.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning from South Asia to the Americas. In the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is specifically noted in Sri Lanka. Moving across the ocean, it is distributed throughout various regions of Mexico, including the Gulf, the Southwest, and the Southeast. Its reach extends further into Central America, where it can be found in El Salvador. Together, these locations highlight the widespread ecological adaptability of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Southwest Caribbean | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erythrina rubrinervia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lectin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lectin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |