Schotia brachypetala

Weeping boer-bean

A showy tree with fascinating branching patterns ideal for waterlogged sites.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Schotia brachypetala
Common Name	Weeping boer-bean
Also Known As	Huilboerboon
SA Tree No	202
Tree Type	Semi-Deciduous , Deciduous
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Shade Tree, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Spring, Summer
Focal	Yes
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Slow 250mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Well Drained
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

A stunning garden specimen with a graceful shape ideal for medium to large size landscapes. This ornamental tree is slow to fast-growing and its edible fruit will attract birds and bees to your garden.

Its tannin-enriched bark has medicinal values and its seeds can be used as a coffee substitute. Suitable for indoor or container planting.