Ziziphus rivularis

False buffalo-thorn

An indigenous tree used for windbreak and to attract birds and bees.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Ziziphus rivularis
Common Name	False buffalo-thorn
Also Known As	Rivierblinkblaar
SA Tree No	448
Tree Type	Evergreen, Semi-Deciduous
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Wind Break, Fodder Tree, Rocky Area
Flowering Season	Summer
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun

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

The Ziziphus rivularis is a bird-friendly, thornless, upright tree suitable for medium to large size gardens. It has beautiful dark green leaves and is great for attracting wildlife. The False buffalo-thorn can also be used as a hedge plant.