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Erythrina zeyheri

by Johan Wentzel

Erythrina zeyheri
Common Name
Plough breaker
Plant Type
Shrub
Erythrina zeyheri prefers a damp spot where it can develop a huge underground tuber. If planted en masse it makes a beautiful display early in the season.
Plant Description

Erythrina zeyheri prefers a damp spot where it can develop a huge underground tuber. If planted en masse it makes a beautiful display early in the season when the red flowers appaers. Keep it dry in winter.

Erythrina zeyheri has exceptionally large leaves.

You may find stock of this plant at Random Harvest.

Afrikaanse Naam
Ploegbreker
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Moderate
Evergreen
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Spring
Flower Colour
Red
Shape
Compact
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
1m
Region
Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga
Habitat
Moist areas
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
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