Schrebera alata (Khombva)

Schrebera alata (Khombva) brown seeds, close up of flat papery plant fruit on white background.
Schrebera alata (Khombva) brown winged seeds lie scattered on white surface in small pile.

Botanical name: Schrebera alata

Common names: Khombva, Mulingwi, Mutwari, Wild Jasmine, Wingleaf Woodenpear

Family: Oleaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

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 dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Wild Jasmine, Wingleaf Woodenpear. Small tree covered in sweet-scented flowers. New flowers are white - but get a pink color as they age. The specific epithet alata is from the Latin meaning "winged", referring to the fruit. Fruit a clavate capsule, 1-2", containing 8 winged seeds. This shrubby tree grows on the fringe of forest patches.



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