Heteropyxis canescens Oliv.
Forest Lavender tree
Semi deciduous, small tree grows up to 5-8 m high stem pale orange, patchy bark leaves, large, shiny, dark green above, pale underneath in winter the leaves turn purple-red and maroon flowers small yellow-green in dense clusters on terminal heads fruits spherical, pale brown capsule 3 mm in diameter
The yellow-greenish flowers attract butterflies and insects to the garden, while the attractive bark is a striking feature that can be effectively highlighted by using up-lights shining into the tree at night.
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