A small, mostly deciduous tree generally multi-stemmed with a narrow, rounded crown. Its foliage is feathery, glossy grey-green and...
Bolusanthus speciosus
Tree wisteria, Vanwykshout
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Species: Summary
A small, mostly deciduous tree generally multi-stemmed with a narrow, rounded crown. Its foliage is feathery, glossy grey-green and droopy with new leaves a silver-bronze.
Written by Gail Dreyer
Published on February 21, 2017
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Description
A small, mostly deciduous tree generally multi-stemmed with a narrow, rounded crown. Its foliage is feathery, glossy grey-green and droopy with new leaves a silver-bronze. Its bark is dark grey and rough in appearance. Its flowers which are pale blue to violet have a pea-like shape and hang in drooping bunches.
Natural Habitat
Naturally found in the bushveld, however can be found further north of South Africa including Swaziland.
Use in Landscape
A good choice for small areas which require a striking specimen, it can be used as a shade tree, as a street tree and is classified as a water-wise tree.
Species Dimensions
Height: 3m - 7m
Width: 2m - 4m
References
Boon, R. 2010. Pooley’s Trees of Eastern South Africa: A Complete Guide. Flora and Fauna Publications Trust. Durban. 624 pp.
Joffe, P. 1993. The Gardener’s Guide to South African Plants. Tafelberg Publishers Limited. Cape Town. 368 pp.
Van Wyk, B., P. & BE. 2000. Photographic Guide to Trees of Southern Africa. Briza Publications. Pretoria. 356 pp.
