Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree)

Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) green leaves plant growing in a dense cluster on thick stems.
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) showing green leaves arranged in a circular pattern on woody stems.

Botanical name: Cussonia sp.

Common name: Cabbage Tree

Family: Araliaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small tree; suitable for bonsai
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
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Cussonias in general have the peculiar habit of producing their attractive leaves toward the ends of thick branches in large round heads.

Cussonia sphaerocephala is the rare species similar in most respects to the better known Cussonia spicata, differing mainly in the larger, more rounded flowering panicle.

Similar plants: Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree)


Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) with lobed green leaves in a close up plant shot
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) thick green leaves grow from stems in a natural cluster
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) tan seeds, close up of scattered dry oval shaped plant items.
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) seeds resting on white surface below wooden ruler for size measurement.
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) tan seeds on a plate, close up shot of scattered fruit
Cussonia sp. (Cabbage Tree) seeds are tan and elongated, scattered across a flat surface.


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