Searsia leptodictya

Mountain karee

A stunning evergreen tree that’s often used as a focal point in a garden landscape.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Searsia leptodictya
Common Name	Mountain karee
Also Known As	Bergkaree
SA Tree No	387
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Screening, Fodder Tree, Rocky Area
Flowering Season	Summer
Focal	Yes
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Winter, Autumn
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Small, 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 attractive hedge plant that has a soft, subtle appearance that is an extremely versatile tree that’s used for screening, windbreak and attracting birds. Its delicious edible fruit makes it a fantastic fodder tree.

Mostly planted around schools, park areas and parks to provide shade. Yellowish colour flowers blossom in Summer while its tasty fruit can be harvested in Autumn and Winter.