Schotia brachypetala (Weeping Boer-bean) - Image 2

Botanical name: Schotia brachypetala

Common names: Weeping Boer-bean, Huilboerboon, Tree Fuchsia, African Walnut

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Schotia brachypetala (Weeping Boer-bean) brown seeds on a white paper surface in a close up
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Schotia brachypetala, Tree Fuchsia

2976 Schotia brachypetala, Tree Fuchsia

Tree fuchsia, African walnut. Schotia brachypetala is a slow growing, handsome, small tree with a wide-spreading, densely branched, rounded crown. The flowers are rich deep red, and are produced in masses, in dense branched heads on the old wood.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster
Grown in
4" or larger pot
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