Loxostylis alata

Wild pepper tree

It makes the perfect focal point in your garden while being able to withstand challenging growing conditions.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Loxostylis alata
Common Name	Wild pepper tree
Also Known As	Tarwood, Tierhout
SA Tree No	365
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Bees
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Screening
Flowering Season	Summer
Focal	Yes
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	Yes
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	0 – 4, 5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Clay
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

An indigenous tree that can withstand a vast variety of environmental conditions ranging from frost to drought, sandy to clay soil making it perfect for any medium to large size garden landscape.

Often used as an attractive ornamental tree, screening plant and shade tree. Also suitable for indoor or container planting.