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Ehretria amoena

by Johan Wentzel

Ehretria amoena
Common Name
Sandpaper-bush
Plant Type
Shrub
Ehretria amoena has arching branches and that, coupled with sandpapery leaves, makes small tree a worthwhile addition to a small garden. Birds love the yellow berries. Its small size makes it ideal for a smaller garden.
Plant Description

Ehretria amoena has arching branches and that, coupled with sandpapery leaves makes this small tree a worthwhile addition to a small garden. Birds love the yellow berries. It is also a very good nesting tree.

Protect Ehretria amoena from frost when young.

Afrikaanse Naam
Skurweblaarbos
Hardiness
Semi hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Early summer
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Upright
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
3m
Region
Limpopo (Lowveld)
Habitat
Savannah
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
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