Berchemia zeyheri
Red ivorywood
An amazing feature tree that’s suitable for any garden size.
Description
A valuable small, ornamental tree that is water-wise once established. With consistent care, this tree will not disappoint with its sturdy growth and thriving light green foliage. Suitable for indoor or container planting or as a bonsai subject.
This drought-resistant tree gets its common name of Red Ivory from the colour of its hardwood. It is also known as a ‘royal’ tree in KwaZulu-Natal where only chiefs were permitted to have knobkieries crafted out of its wood.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates a temperature range between 17-28°C
- Estimated height: 6-8m
- Estimated width: 4-5m
- Edible fruit
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Berchemia zeyheri |
Common Name | Red ivorywood |
Also Known As | Rooi-ivoor |
SA Tree No | 450 |
Tree Type | Deciduous |
Attracts | Birds, Bees |
Features | Fodder Tree, Rocky Area |
Flowering Season | Summer |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Sensitive |
Fruiting Season | Summer, Autumn |
Growth Rate | Medium >250mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | 5 – 8 |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
Aloes & Trees
Size | Height | Trunk Thickness |
|---|---|---|
20L
| 1.0m – 1.2m
| 5mm – 15mm
|
40L
| 1.3m – 1.8m
| 12mm – 20mm
|
50L
| 1.3m – 1.9m
| 15mm – 25mm
|
100L
| 1.8m – 2.5m
| 20mm – 30mm
|
250L
| 2.5m – 4.0m
| 30mm – 50mm
|
500L
| 4.0m – 7.0m
| 50mm – 120mm
|
1000L
| 6.0m – 10.0m
| 80mm – 120mm
|
E.O.G
| 5.0m – 12.0m
| Variable
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