Schotia afra (Karoo Boer-bean)

Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean

Botanical name: Schotia afra

Common name: Karoo Boer-bean

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

The tree is small in stature, evergreen, with rigid branches and has a gnarled trunk. The flowers are numerous, bright red to pink in color and are borne in small clusters. They are distributed throughout the tree.

Schotia afra can be pruned to shape and can be grown as a bonsai specimen.

The seeds are edible either green, or mature. They can be used as a meal if roasted and ground.

Similar plants: Schotia afra (Karoo Boer-bean)


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Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean
Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean. Schotia afra. Schotia afra (Karoo Boer-bean) - Compact South African shrub or small tree with compound leaves and bright nectar-rich red flowers; well-suited for bonsai cultivation.
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Schotia afra
Schotia afra (Karoo Boer-bean) - Compact South African shrub or small tree with compound leaves and bright nectar-rich red flowers; well-suited for bonsai cultivation.
Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean. 6 months old seedling
6 months old seedling
Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean. Schotia afra seeds
Schotia afra seeds
Schotia afra, Karoo Boer-bean. Schotia afra seeds
Schotia afra seeds


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