Tree of the Week

Ziziphus rivularis – False Buffalo thorn – Rivierblinkblaar– Mulalantsa

While similar in appearance to the buffalo thorn, Ziziphus rivularis differs as a thornless upright… Ziziphus rivularis – False Buffalo thorn – Rivierblinkblaar– Mulalantsa

Pappea capensis a South African tree in the family Sapindaceae is the only species in… Pappea capensis – Jacket plum – Doppruim – Mongatane

The Apricot’s exact origins are unclear, but it’s thought to have originated in parts of… Prunus armeniaca – Apricot

The Calamondin (Citrofortunella microcarpa) is a hybrid citrus fruit tree resulting from cross-breeding a mandarin… X Citrofortunella microcarpa – Citrus Calamondin

Popularly known as the Pock ironwood, Chionanthus foveolatus is a hardy medium-sized, evergreen tree that… Chionanthus foveolatus – Pock ironwood – Pokysterhout – Musiri

The Acer palmatum, commonly known as the Japanese maple, is celebrated for its vibrant and… Acer palmatum – Japanese maple

Mackaya bella is an evergreen shrub or small tree reaching a mature height of 2… Mackaya bella – Forest bell-bush – Bosklokkiesbos – Umzwatsi

Pavetta gardeniifolia is a deciduous shrub with a mature height of 3m and a spread… Pavetta gardeniifolia – Christmas bride’s bush – Kersbruidsbos

Although it can sometimes grow as a small tree, Ochna natalia is typically found as… Ochna natalitia – Natal plane – Pronkrooihout – Tshipfure

Commonly called the Wild Banana, Strelitzia nicolai got its name from Queen Charlotte, the wife… Strelitzia nicolai – Natal wild banana – Natalse wildepiesang – Igceba