Cockspur coral tree

Cockspur coral tree (Erythrina crista-galli)

This plant or parts of the plant should not be traded, carried, grown or released into the environment.

It should be eradicated from the land and the land kept free of the plant.

How does this weed affect you?

Cockspur coral trees can dominate waterways and floodplains, where they outcompete native vegetation.

The trees are known to reduce the availability of food and shelter for native wildlife and have major negative effects on soil stability and nutrient levels.

More information

For more information, download the NSW WeedWise app, head to weeds.dpi.nsw.gov.au or speak to a Council Weeds Officer on 6566 3200.