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

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Anacardiaceae

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South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — as it has a robust root system

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — green and white flowers in the garden

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — tree with green and white blooms

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — tree for full

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

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — It's adorned with pinnate foliage and red fruits that attract wildlife; its canopy spread is extensive

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; which

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

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Notable for its high drought tolerance once established; excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — scientifically known as Harpephyllum caffrum; its canopy spread is extensive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — attractive evergreen tree that can be a striking addition to any landscape design; which are followed by the

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa; as it has a robust root system

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — typically grows to heights ranging from 30 to 40 feet; excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — though it can occasionally reach up to 50 feet under optimal conditions; its canopy spread is extensive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — Its canopy spread is extensive; which are followed by the production of distinctive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — textural element to the garden; as it has a robust root system

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — often matching its height; as it has a robust root system

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) — thus providing ample shade.<br><br>With a foliage composed of glossy; excellent for large spaces, it offers

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — dark green leaves that grow up to 5 inches in length; its canopy spread is extensive

South African Wild Plum (Harpephyllum Caffrum) — inconspicuous yellow-green flowers emerge; excellent for large spaces, it offers dense shade and acts as a

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