AVERAGE SIZE (H) x (W): 5m x 4m
FLOWERING TIME: J F M A M J J A S O N D
FRUITING TIME: J F M A M J J A S O N D
A small evergreen tree with a pale grey flaking bark with shallow fissures. The compound leaves have slender, yellowish-green leaflets. Young leaflets have a reddish tinge. White male and female flowers are borne on separate trees in dense terminal sprays. Female flowers turn dark red when old and contain small fruit.
GARDEN THEMES:Forest, woodland
LANDSCAPING USES:
An attractive tree suitable for medium gardens.
Hi Derek
Thanks for visiting Plantbook.
It sounds like your tree may have a fungal infection which could possibly be from over-watering or something in the soil.
Take a cutting to your nearest nursery and perhaps they can recommend something to save your tree.
Flourish!
Glenice
I have a Loxostylis alata tree that I planted about 18 months ago and stand about 2 metres high. It was attacked by aphids and lost some of the newer shoots. I did spray the tree with soapy water and have got rid of the aphids, but the tree does not look healthy. Many of the leaves are curling up and have black spots on the under side. All the new growth seems stunted. The tree is in good soil and is well watered. I live in Sedgefield in the Garden Route. Could you help with any recommendations, thanks.
Hi Munro
Always useful to have feedback from a landscaper.
Please continue visiting our site as your comments will be useful.
Flourish!
Glenice
Useful site – especially as so few take landscapers into account. Nice