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Combretum kraussii is a medium to large-sized tree that is fast-growing and reasonably cold resistant. It is mostly evergreen, and turns red-purple in winter. Produces creamy-white flowers. Many different uses.

Combretum erythrophyllum, or River bushwillow, is a medium-sized fast-growing tree that produces creamy-coloured flowers. Typically found in northeastern parts of south africa. Has many different cultural uses, and attracts animals and insects.

Colophospermum mopane is a beautiful tree recognized for its butterfly-shaped leaves and strange seeds. Can reach impressive heights of 30 or so metres. This tree favours hot, dry, low-lying areas, in the far northern parts of south africa and beyond. Has been found growing in alkaline soils, or alluvial soils.

Clerodendrum glabrum is a small to medium- sized decidous tree which is more commonly known as Cat's Whiskers. Produces pinky-coloured flowers, as well as fruits.

Clausena anisata, also known as horsewood or perdepis, is an evergreen plant that usually reaches a height of about 6-8 metres. The pretty coloured fruits add to this plants attractiveness. It also has a high drought-resistance. Fruit, Evergreen Plants, Drought, Evergreen, Plant

Clausena anisata, also known as horsewood or perdepis, is an evergreen plant that usually reaches a height of about 6-8 metres. The pretty coloured fruits add to this plants attractiveness. It also has a high drought-resistance.

Cladostemon kirkii, or Tonga-kerrie, is quite a beautiful tree, but it produces foul-smelling fruit. Decidous, with yellow-grey bark, the tonga-kerrie tree produces white flowers with red-pink veins. The fruit smells evil.

Chrysophyllum viridifolium is an evergreen tree, more commonly known as Fluted Milkwood. It has a mottled, pale grey bark colouring, and dense, glossy green foliage.

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Celtis africana is a fast growing, shady tree. Can get quite tall, and has smooth, pale grey to white bark. Newer leaves are light green and smooth, and get darker and smoother as they age. Produces inconspicuous green flowers. Attracts many birds and insects.

Baphia racemosa is an evergreen shrub with white violet-scented flowers. Is sensitive to frost but can withstand short droughts. It is a slow-growing plant, but very pretty. Inspiration, Natal, Herbs, Shrub, Evergreen Shrubs, Growing Plants

Baphia racemosa is an evergreen shrub with white violet-scented flowers. Is sensitive to frost but can withstand short droughts. It is a slow-growing plant, but very pretty.

Barringtonia racemosa (Powder puff tree) is easily recognized by its large leaves, delicate white flowers, and guava-like fruit. It can tolerate salt water, and therefore thrives in coastal regions. Produces a strong scent that attracts many insects and animals. Fragrant Plant, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant, Exotic Plants, Blooming Trees, Tropical Plants, Rare Plants, Flower Fragrance

Barringtonia racemosa (Powder puff tree) is easily recognized by its large leaves, delicate white flowers, and guava-like fruit. It can tolerate salt water, and therefore thrives in coastal regions. Produces a strong scent that attracts many insects and animals.

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Cassipourea gummiflua is a small to large-size tree with dense foliage, dark brown to grey bark, greenish-cream-coloured flowers, etc. Gets its name from the strong onion smell of its wood.

Canthium inerme, or Turkey Berry, is a well known tree for its ecological and cultural aspects, as well as its aesthetic appearance. Soft, leathery and bright green leaves, cream-coloured to green-yellow flowers, and smooth, light-coloured stems are all characteristic of this tree. It also produces edible fruit. The leaves are often used to treat stomach ailments in African cultures. A popular tree for sale at nurseries these days.

This magnificent tree is called Calodendrum capense, or 'Cape Chestnut'. When in bloom, its entire canopy has been known to turn pink. Birds aren't particularly interested in this tree, but it has been known to attract butterflies. The bark, seeds and flowers all have many uses, and this tree makes an attractive addition to any garden. Nature, Planting In Sand Soil, Outdoor, Flowering Trees, Types Of Plants, Growers, Ornamental Trees, Growing Tree

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This magnificent tree is called Calodendrum capense, or 'Cape Chestnut'. When in bloom, its entire canopy has been known to turn pink. Birds aren't particularly interested in this tree, but it has been known to attract butterflies. The bark, seeds and flowers all have many uses, and this tree makes an attractive addition to any garden.

The beauty is known as Buddleja saligna, or 'False olive' tree. It really thrives in warm moist areas, but has been known to survive in the highveld areas as well. The leaves are very similar to that of an olive tree. It is a fairly common, widespread tree.

Bridelia micrantha is a beautiful, fast growing shade tree more commonly known as bruin stinkhout. A medium to large-sized decidous tree, with flaking brownish-grey bark, with leaves that rae dark green and glossy on top, but a paler green below. Some leaves have been known to turn bright red/orange in Autumn. Produces a small yellow cluster of flowers, and small edible berries. Likes moisture. Is known to attract butterflies. Has many uses, mainly for timber and medicinal. Fast Growing Shade Trees, Pale Green, Orange

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Bridelia micrantha is a beautiful, fast growing shade tree more commonly known as bruin stinkhout. A medium to large-sized decidous tree, with flaking brownish-grey bark, with leaves that rae dark green and glossy on top, but a paler green below. Some leaves have been known to turn bright red/orange in Autumn. Produces a small yellow cluster of flowers, and small edible berries. Likes moisture. Is known to attract butterflies. Has many uses, mainly for timber and medicinal.

The very attractive looking plant is called Brachylaena discolor, or more commonly, Coast Silver Oak. It makes an excellent hedge plant due to the density of its leaves, which have a silvery-blue appearance from a distance. It also produces a creamy-white flower, rich in nectar. These trees have alos been known to stabilise dunes, due to the depth and strength of its rooting systems. This tree has many other uses, and it is quite pretty in the garden. Distance, Shade Plants, Root System, Outside Plants

The very attractive looking plant is called Brachylaena discolor, or more commonly, Coast Silver Oak. It makes an excellent hedge plant due to the density of its leaves, which have a silvery-blue appearance from a distance. It also produces a creamy-white flower, rich in nectar. These trees have alos been known to stabilise dunes, due to the depth and strength of its rooting systems. This tree has many other uses, and it is quite pretty in the garden.

Glossy white ash, or Bersama Lucens, is not a common garden plant. It is a small to medium-sized tree, with shiny, leathery, thick and dark green ("glossy") leaves. Produces small,greenish-white flowers and wrinkled woody capsules of a velvety texture and are usually a dull green colour. In zulu culture, the bark is used to ease menstrual pains, impotency, and barrenness. However, the leaves and roots have been known to cause death. Ouch. But it still makes a good decorative tree.

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This Balanites maughamii (Or torchwood/green thorn) tree is not well known in South Africa. Has flat, rounded leathery-textured leaves with little hairs on them when young. Produces small greenish-yellow flowers, and thin, brownish-yellow fruit. Has medicinal and 'magical' purposes amongst african peoples.

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Atalaya Alata - Lebombo Krantz ash. A small to medium-sized decidous tree. Prefers rocky slopes to grow, and is very sensitive to cold so this tree should be grown in warmer climates. Produces fruit and pretty little white flowers.

Apodytes dimidiata, more commonly known as Witpeer or "white pear", is an ideal tree for a garden as it does not have messy fruits and its growth does not disturb the house or paving. It has evergreen, glossy, bright green leaves, smooth, pale grey bark, flowers and fruit. This tree attracts many insects and birds, as well as larger animals that feed off the berries and leaves. Quite a pretty tree. Tuin, Pretty Trees, Landscape, Large Animals, Botanical

Apodytes dimidiata, more commonly known as Witpeer or "white pear", is an ideal tree for a garden as it does not have messy fruits and its growth does not disturb the house or paving. It has evergreen, glossy, bright green leaves, smooth, pale grey bark, flowers and fruit. This tree attracts many insects and birds, as well as larger animals that feed off the berries and leaves. Quite a pretty tree.

Antideesma venosum, also known as Tassel Berry, is a small shrub found in low altitudes. Can have an unpleasant smell with flowers, like rotting watermelon. Medicinally, African cultures use an infusion of the roots to bathe in to ease pains and discomfort. Is also believed to aid fertility. Makes a great garden plant, but both male and female would be needed to continue propagation. Garden Plants, Propagation, Small Shrubs

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Antideesma venosum, also known as Tassel Berry, is a small shrub found in low altitudes. Can have an unpleasant smell with flowers, like rotting watermelon. Medicinally, African cultures use an infusion of the roots to bathe in to ease pains and discomfort. Is also believed to aid fertility. Makes a great garden plant, but both male and female would be needed to continue propagation.

Albizia adianthifolia (Rough-bark flat-crown tree) is a fabulous shade tree that can reach heights up to 40 meters. This tree has been known to attract many butterflies with its flowers and leaking tree-sap. A very useful tree all-round, but it is mostly sought after for its medicinal bark. Earth, Tree Sap

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Albizia adianthifolia (Rough-bark flat-crown tree) is a fabulous shade tree that can reach heights up to 40 meters. This tree has been known to attract many butterflies with its flowers and leaking tree-sap. A very useful tree all-round, but it is mostly sought after for its medicinal bark.

This is the Alberta Magna - known as the Natal Flame bush, but has been known to grow into a medium-sized tree. Not only is it treasured for its impressive beauty, but it is also a protected tree. Naturally occurs in forests, kloofs and valleys. It is suited to coastal areas, and does not like dry heat or cold. Quite a beautiful addition to your garden. Flores, Paisajes, Naturaleza, Pergola, Turismo, Jardim, Ficus, Bloemen

This is the Alberta Magna - known as the Natal Flame bush, but has been known to grow into a medium-sized tree. Not only is it treasured for its impressive beauty, but it is also a protected tree. Naturally occurs in forests, kloofs and valleys. It is suited to coastal areas, and does not like dry heat or cold. Quite a beautiful addition to your garden.

Podocarpus falcatus (Outeniqua Yellowwood tree) is a member of the yellowwood tree family. It is fast-growing, and a tree for all seasons and all gardens. Left alone, this tree can reach massive heights of 45 meters and more!!Produces fruit for various animals, and makes good nesting for birds and insects. Looks quite elegant, too. Forests, Taproot, Seedlings, African Plants

Podocarpus falcatus (Outeniqua Yellowwood tree) is a member of the yellowwood tree family. It is fast-growing, and a tree for all seasons and all gardens. Left alone, this tree can reach massive heights of 45 meters and more!!Produces fruit for various animals, and makes good nesting for birds and insects. Looks quite elegant, too.

This tree is known as Acacia xanthophloea, or Fever Tree. It is characterized by an almost luminous lime green to greenish yellow bark, which flakes slightly and is covered in a sulphurous powder. Mainly found in swampy areas, or areas where underground water is present or surface water collects. Gets its name from the mistaken idea that this tree caused the early pioneers who travelled the land to develop fevers.

Acacia sieberiana, more commonly known as Paperbark thorn tree, is identified by its widely spread flat crown, deep green foliage, and creamy-tan to yellow-brown bark. Bits of flaky, papery bark peel off and reveal a yellow underbark. A good tree for birds and insects. This tree has good medicinal value, too. Unique Trees, Savanna Tree

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Acacia sieberiana, more commonly known as Paperbark thorn tree, is identified by its widely spread flat crown, deep green foliage, and creamy-tan to yellow-brown bark. Bits of flaky, papery bark peel off and reveal a yellow underbark. A good tree for birds and insects. This tree has good medicinal value, too.

Acacia Nigrescens, known as Knob Thorn tree, is a small to medium-sized decidous tree mainly found in rocky, savanna regions. Gets its name from the thorns that sprout from the various knob-like protrusions on its bark. Can be found in areas from Tanzania down to KZN, and are a common sight in the Kruger National Park. Giraffes mainly feed on its flowers, but other animals are known to feed off it. Attracts birds and butterflies.This tree also makes a good bonsai subject. Garden Structures, Fruit Bearing Trees, Species, South African

Acacia Nigrescens, known as Knob Thorn tree, is a small to medium-sized decidous tree mainly found in rocky, savanna regions. Gets its name from the thorns that sprout from the various knob-like protrusions on its bark. Can be found in areas from Tanzania down to KZN, and are a common sight in the Kruger National Park. Giraffes mainly feed on its flowers, but other animals are known to feed off it. Attracts birds and butterflies.This tree also makes a good bonsai subject.

This very useful and very beautiful Acacia Karoo tree, commonly known as Sweet Thorn tree, can be found throughout South Africa, with many different forms - which may be confusing. Produces a pleasant tasting gum from wounds on its bark, which is eaten by man or animal. Is able to get water and nutrients from deep underground, and this coupled with its ability to 'fix' nitrogen in the atmosphere, leads to grasses and other plants thriving in its shade. Grasses, Plant Fungus

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This very useful and very beautiful Acacia Karoo tree, commonly known as Sweet Thorn tree, can be found throughout South Africa, with many different forms - which may be confusing. Produces a pleasant tasting gum from wounds on its bark, which is eaten by man or animal. Is able to get water and nutrients from deep underground, and this coupled with its ability to 'fix' nitrogen in the atmosphere, leads to grasses and other plants thriving in its shade.

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Berchemia zeyheri, also known as Red Ivorywood, is an evergreen to semi decidous tree mainly found in the northern parts of South Africa, like Limpopo. Produces sweet, yellow to brownish red fruit.

'Saffer' Trees.

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Clerodendrum glabrum is a small to medium- sized decidous tree which is more commonly known as Cat's Whiskers. Produces pinky-coloured flowers, as well as fruits.

Chrysophyllum viridifolium is an evergreen tree, more commonly known as Fluted Milkwood. It has a mottled, pale grey bark colouring, and dense, glossy green foliage.

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Baphia racemosa is an evergreen shrub with white violet-scented flowers. Is sensitive to frost but can withstand short droughts. It is a slow-growing plant, but very pretty.

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