Umbrella thorn / Haak-en-steek
Umbrella thorn / Haak-en-steek
A drought-resistant tree with the classic, umbrella-shaped canopy associated with thorn trees. Many bird species take advantage of the protection it offers and build their nests in the canopy.
Botanical Name:
Vachellia tortillis
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Apple leaf / Appelblaar
Apple leaf / AppelblaarThe Apple leaf is a medium- to large-sized tree with a wide-spreading, dense and rounded crown. The main stem is tall, straight and bare, occasionally bent and twisted.
Botanical Name:
Philenoptera violacea
Did you know?
The wood of this attractive tree makes a stunning ornamental display.
Wild plum / Wilde pruim
Wild plum / Wilde pruimA fast-growing tree with many uses – not only do wild plums provide shade, they also bear fruit that are loved by many birds and animals. Nowadays they are popularly planted as a street tree in a number of South African towns and cities.
Botanical Name:
Harpephyllum caffrum
Did you know?
The main useof wild plum bark is as a facial sauna and skin wash to treat eczema and acne.
Forest bushwillow / Bosvaderlandswilg
Forest bushwillow / Bosvaderlandswilg
Forest bushwillow / Bosvaderlandswilg
Forest bushwillow / BosvaderlandswilgA handsome, quick growing and reasonably cold resistant tree that is recommended for shady areas in gardens with a mild to warm climate. The crown is rounded with dark green foliage, with reddish autumn colours and sometimes whitish spring flowers.
Botanical Name:
Combretum krausii
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Combretums are pollinated by various kinds of insects, including bees. They have adapted to wind dispersal by developing a wing-like fruit structure that can carry the seed with the help of air currents or wind. Some animals are known to eat Combretum fruit and also help with the seed dispersal.
Natal guarii / Natal gwarrie
Natal guarii / Natal gwarrieWith its rounded crown and dark green foliage, the natalgwarrie is suited to an array of differnent types of gardens. The bushy, shrubby and small habitat tree is excellent for screening.
Botanical Name:
Euclea natalensis
Did you know?
It bears fruit which is edible and eaten by birds, monkeys and humans too! The twigs can be used as a toothbrush if needed.
