Berchemia sp., Pink Ivory, Red Ivory

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Berchemia sp.
Family: Rhamnaceae
Pink Ivory, Red Ivory
Origin: South Africa
large shrub 5-10 ft

Species:

Berchemia zeyheri (Red Ivory) is an evergreen to semi-decidous drought resistant tree. The fruits are delicious and can be eaten fresh. (See picture)

Another related tree is Berchemia discolor (Brown Ivory), which also bears edible fruit but differs in leaf size and the color of the fruit.

Berchemia discolor seeds

Berchemia zeyheri seeds

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3395 Berchemia discolor - African Brown Ivory
Rare fruit tree from Africa. Brown Ivory. Evergreen to semi-decidous drought resistant tree. The fruits are delicious and can be eaten fresh.
This item is certified for shipping to California.

3 gal pot, large plant

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29.95

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