Chilean Firebush Ciruelillo, Notro
Embothrium coccineum
Embothrium coccineum
Small tree or large shrub typically 4 – 10 m (9 – 35 ft). Flowers late spring. Common in forests in the southern half of Chiloe. Popular as an ornamental. The seeds are a favorite of the black-chinned siskins scientific name.
Habitat & Range
This is the habitat and range
Identification
Leaves
10 cm (4 in) long - Elliptical to lanceolate - Alternate - Perennial
Flowers
- Brilliant red, orange-red - 3.75 cm (1.5 in) long - Form at tips of branches - Blooms late October to early December
Fruit
Brown woody pods enclosing winged seeds.
Bark
Thin, grey - Straight trunk
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