South African Wild Plum

Harpephyllum Caffrum

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Overview

The South African Wild Plum, Harpephyllum caffrum, is an evergreen tree reaching 30-40 ft. It's adorned with pinnate foliage and red fruits that attract wildlife. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moderate water. Excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and acts as a windbreak. Notable for its high drought tolerance once established.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–10

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — the Wild Plum adds a dense; which are followed by the production of distinctive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — The South African Wild Plum, Harpephyllum caffrum, is an evergreen tree reaching 30-40 ft

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — It's adorned with pinnate foliage and red fruits that attract wildlife

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moderate water

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and acts as a windbreak

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Notable for its high drought tolerance once established

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — scientifically known as Harpephyllum caffrum

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Anacardiaceae

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South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — The tree is hardy and can handle light frost, making it a resilient choice for diverse landscape scenarios

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — The South African Wild Plum, Harpephyllum caffrum, is an evergreen tree reaching 30-40 ft

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — It's adorned with pinnate foliage and red fruits that attract wildlife

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moderate water

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and acts as a windbreak

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Notable for its high drought tolerance once established

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — scientifically known as Harpephyllum caffrum

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — attractive evergreen tree that can be a striking addition to any landscape design

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — typically grows to heights ranging from 30 to 40 feet

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — though it can occasionally reach up to 50 feet under optimal conditions

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Its canopy spread is extensive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — often matching its height

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — thus providing ample shade.<br><br>With a foliage composed of glossy

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — dark green leaves that grow up to 5 inches in length

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — the Wild Plum adds a dense

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — textural element to the garden

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — inconspicuous yellow-green flowers emerge

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — which are followed by the production of distinctive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Each fruit measures approximately 0.4 to 1 inch in diameter and contains a single large kernel

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — The fruits are not only appealing to the eye but also attract a variety of bird species

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — When planning the placement

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — consider its mature size to allow for sufficient space for growth

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — both above and below ground

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