Indian Coral Tree Seeds
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Indian Coral Tree, also known as Erythrina variegata, Pangara (in Marathi), or Mandara (in Sanskrit), is a fast-growing deciduous tree with stunning scarlet-red flowers. It’s prized in India for its ornamental value, pollinator attraction, use in shade plantations, and traditional medicine.
✅ Key Features of Indian Coral Tree
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Botanical Name | Erythrina variegata |
| 🌺 Common Names | Indian Coral Tree, Mandara, Pangara |
| 🌳 Tree Height | 10–15 meters (can be pruned for smaller size) |
| 📅 Flowering Time | February to April (before leaf flush) |
| 🐝 Pollinators Attracted | Bees, birds, butterflies |
| 🌾 Uses | Shade tree, ornamental, boundary plantation, nitrogen fixer |
| 📍 Native To | Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia |
🌱 How to Grow Indian Coral Tree from Seeds
🔹 1. Seed Preparation
Indian Coral Tree seeds have a hard outer coat – scarification is essential.
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 🔥 Scarification | Lightly rub seeds with sandpaper or soak in hot water (not boiling) for 6–8 hours |
| 🌡️ Soaking | Seeds swell slightly; improves germination |
| ⏳ Germination Time | 7–15 days (with pre-treatment) |
🔹 2. Sowing Instructions
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Best Time to Sow | February to May (just before monsoon) |
| 🪴 Container or Nursery Bag | Use 6–8 inch deep pots for germination |
| 🌱 Sowing Depth | 1–1.5 cm deep |
| 🧪 Soil Mix | Garden soil + compost + river sand (2:1:1) |
| 🌤️ Light | Keep in semi-shade till sprouting; then move to full sun |
🌿 Post-Germination Care
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Transplant when saplings are 8–12 inches tall (approx. 30–45 days)
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Choose a sunny, well-drained location
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Space trees 3–5 meters apart if planting multiple
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Water regularly during first 6 months; drought-tolerant later
🌳 Mature Tree Care & Benefits
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Flowers attract birds and bees
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Fixes nitrogen in the soil – good for agroforestry
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Tolerates coastal, saline, and dry climates
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Traditional uses in Ayurveda for treating swelling and pain
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