Erythrophysa alata (Fagara)
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) with red bladder fruit and small green compound leaves on wooden branches
Botanical names: Erythrophysa alata, Fagara alata
Common name: Fagara
Family: Sapindaceae
Origin: South Africa, Namibia
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small tree; suitable for bonsai
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Unusual color
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growingThis member of the Sapindaceae family was described by Hutchinson in 1932. It is found in the Cape province of South Africa and Namibia, growing in well-drained soil with little to some water and lots of sun. It can grow up to 15 ft, the flowers are green and red, very attractive 3-lobed inflated red seed capsule, and it can only be reproduced by seeds.
Erythrophysa alata looks very similar to Erythrophysa transvaalensis but with wider leaflets than Erythrophysa transvaalensis.
Similar plants: Erythrophysa alata (Fagara)
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) tree with red fruit scattered among delicate small green leaves.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) dark brown round fruit measured with a ruler for size reference.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) with large red inflated fruit alongside small green compound pinnate leaves.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) round brown fruit seeds grouped closely together on a white surface.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) seeds in dark purple color sitting together on a plate.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) plant showing small green leaves and clusters of red fruit.
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