Mazhar Botanic Garden

Schotia brachypetala Sond

Weeping boer-bean tree Fuchsia African walnut

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000233
English name: Weeping boer-bean , tree Fuchsia, African walnut
Arabic name: شوتيا حمراء
Native: Africa
Country: South Africa
(PGR): Rare

Evergreen tree grow from 5-16 m tall, 60 cm in diameter

ornamental plant. Showy flowers, decorative leaves. Excellent shade- providing tree for gardens and parks. The roasted seed has been used as a coffee substitute

Schotia semireducta Merxm

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Texture: Loam Sandy
Fertility: High
Drainage: Moderately well drained
Salinity: Intermediated
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Climates: Tropical
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds or cuttings
Flowering time: Spring, autumn
Zone: 9b : 10b
pH range: 6.50 - 8.0
Status: Cultivated
Life span: Perennial
Habits: Tree
Sample Type: Introduced - cultivated
Collecting Sources: Botanical garden
Plant Uses: Ornamental
Plant Populations density: Cultivated
Vegetation types: Evergreen
pH: Neutral Mild acid Mild alkaline

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