Oncoba spinosa (Fried Egg Tree) - Video 4

Botanical name: Oncoba spinosa

Common names: Fried Egg Tree, Snuff-box Tree

Family: Salicaceae    (Formerly:Flacourtiaceae)

Origin: South Africa, Arabia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsButterfly attractor: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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