Berchemia zeyheri, Red ivorywood

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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