Bolusanthus speciosus (Tree Wisteria) - Image 1

Botanical name: Bolusanthus speciosus

Common names: Tree Wisteria, Vanwykshout, Mogaba

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Cold tolerance: 30°F

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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Bolusanthus speciosus (Tree Wisteria) purple flower close up hanging on a woody plant branch.
Bolusanthus speciosus (Tree Wisteria) pendant flower clusters with many small petals in a purple tone.
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