The trunk of a Batswing Coral tree, note the protusions which are a feature of this tree.

(1/6) The trunk of a Batswing Coral tree, note the protusions which are a feature of this tree.

Batswing coral tree erythrina vespertilio

(2/6) Batswing coral tree erythrina vespertilio By Gustavo.kunst [GFDL, CC BY-SA 3.0] (Photo Credits)

The stunning flower of the Batswing Coral tree. Flowering when the branches are bare.

(3/6) The stunning flower of the Batswing Coral tree. Flowering when the branches are bare.

New leaves on the Batswing Coral.

(4/6) New leaves on the Batswing Coral.

Batswing coral For Sale

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Leaf of the Batswing coral

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Batswing coral

Erythrina vespertilio
Scarlet pea-flowers in spring occur usually when the tree is leafless making this an attractive addition to any garden. Birds are attracted to the showy flowers. Growing 6 to 10mthey are commonly seen in dry rainforests. The thorny trunk is another intere... Read More

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Specifications of Batswing coral

Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) +10m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Yes

Amount of leaves in Winter? No Leaves (Deciduous)

Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest Months July

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Batswing coral Reviews & Tips

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Rod
★★★★★ 11months ago

BRACEWELL, QLD

Batswing coral

Ugly tree, beautiful flower. Childhood memory

Sally
★★★★★ 2y ago

Collarenebri , Nsw, Australia

Batswing coral

Received in good order. Prickly devil.

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