Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate)

Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate) branch with small green leaves and vibrant yellow flowers

Botanical name: Rhigozum sp.

Common names: Yellow Pomegranate, Western Rhigozum, Short Thorn Pomegranate

Origin: South Africa

USDA Zone: 9-11

Plant form: Large bush or small tree

Mature height: 10-20 ft

Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade

Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.

Watering: Moderate

Flower color: Yellow, orange

Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Thorns: Thorny or spiny

10 feet tall erect spiny shrub/small tree, attractive scented yellow tubular flowers.

Native tribes believe that carrying a stick of Rhigozum will bring good luck.

Common names also include: Mopane Pomegranate or Mopane Rhigozum or South African Tree Number 676, or Zambezi Gold.

Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate) yellow flower cluster on thin woody stems with tiny oval green leaves

Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate) yellow flower growing among thin woody thorns and small green foliage.

Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate) seeds are papery and brown with small dark circular centers visible.

Rhigozum sp. (Yellow Pomegranate) stem covered in many vibrant yellow flower clusters and small foliage

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