Erythrina acanthocarpa, commonly known as the Tambookie Thorn, is a striking deciduous shrub characterized by its showy flowers and thorny branches.
Its main attributes are its vibrant flowers, which attract pollinators like bees and birds and its drought tolerance once established.
Additionally, its thorny branches can act as a natural deterrent for unwanted intruders, making it a good choice for security purposes in gardens.
This is a very attractive shrub when in flower and makes an excellent garden specimen.
Care should be taken though not to plant it alongside paving as the large underground rootstock may cause paving to lift and crack.