Erythrophysa alata (Fagara)

Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) with red inflated fruit hanging on narrow green leaves plant branch
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 Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryUnusual color

This 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)


Image gallery: 6 images
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) tree with red fruit and small green leaves, detailed branch
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) dark brown fruit, close up on white background, ruler measurements scale
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) with red inflated fruit and small green pinnate leaves close up
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) brown round fruit seeds, close up view of several firm items.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) dark purple fruit on a plate close up for identification.
Erythrophysa alata (Fagara) plant with red fruit and small green leaves, tree close up.


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