Vepris lanceolata - White ironwood

Vepris lanceolata

White ironwood

A charming indigenous tree that assists with soil rehabilitation.

Description

Suitable for any garden size, it can be planted individually in townhouse gardens, part of a mixed bush clump or forest garden.  It can be pruned and grown into an attractive informal hedge or screening plant because of its shrub-like nature.

Ideal for indoor or container planting and can be used as a bonsai tree.  Strong medicinal properties.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
  • Estimated height: 5-12m
  • Estimated width: 3-6m
  • Drought-resistant

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Vepris lanceolata
Common Name
White ironwood
Also Known As
Witysterhout
SA Tree No​
261
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features
Shade Tree, Screening, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season
Summer
Focal
Yes
Fragrant
No
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Autumn
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
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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