Erythrophysa transvaalensis (Transvaal Red Balloon)

Erythrophysa transvaalensis, Transvaal Red Balloon, Fagara

Botanical name: Erythrophysa transvaalensis

Common names: Transvaal Red Balloon, Fagara

Family: Sapindaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliagePlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

The fruit is a large, balloon-like structure, three-angled, with three chambers; each chamber contains 1 or 2 large, round, smooth black seeds.


Similar plants: Erythrophysa transvaalensis (Transvaal Red Balloon)


Erythrophysa transvaalensis, Transvaal Red Balloon, Fagara
Erythrophysa transvaalensis, Transvaal Red Balloon, Fagara
Erythrophysa transvaalensis, Transvaal Red Balloon, Fagara


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