Apple-Leaf
Philenoptera violacea
Umbhandu, Umphanda, Isihomohomo
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The wood of this attractive, hard, frost-sensitive "rain-tree" makes a stunning ornamental display.
ZA Distribution: KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga.
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Planning
Difficulty
Moderate
Flowering time
Summer, Spring
Special features
Drought resistant
Pioneer
Environment
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Soil type
Sand
Soil PH preference
Neutral
Frost hardiness
Tender
Uses
Personality
Family
Fabaceae
Flower colour
Pink, Purple, Blue, White
Credits
Philenoptera violacea
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by Sifiso Mnxati, KwaZulu-Natal Herbarium, December 2009 (Copyright South African National Biodiversity Institute, South Africa)
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