AVERAGE SIZE (H) x (W): 12m x 12m
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 medium semi-deciduous tree with a dense and spreading crown of dark-green foliage that turns coppery-red in spring. The bark is brownish-grey and rough. It bears deep red flowers which are produced in dense heads borne on old wood. The fruit is a flattened, woody pod containing pale brown seeds.
ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS:The nectar-rich flowers attract a variety of pollinating insects and birds.
NATURAL HABITAT & DISTRIBUTION:
Found in deciduous woodland and dry scrub forest.
GARDEN THEMES:
Bushveld, forest, woodland
LANDSCAPING USES:
Foxy Charax, Giant Charax, Koppie Charax, Large Blue Charax
FULL GALLERY:
Hi Dennis
Thanks for visiting Plantbook.
The dripping nectar of Schotia brachypetala is considered messy by some people and it could lead to having to clean the interlockers once a year with a high-pressure hose if required. If that is a concern to you, I’d recommend avoiding planting the tree in this position.
Flourish!
Glenice
Is it advisable to plant the Huilboerboonboom in an area with interlockers with reference to the dripping nectar?
Thanks for informative website.