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Gymnosporia tenuispina

by Johan Wentzel

Gymnosporia tenuispina
Common Name
Bell Spikethorn
Plant Type
Shrub
Gymnosporia tenuispina is a multi-stemmed shrub that is a spectacular sight when the seedpods start to turn red. This is a lovely subject for even a small garden that can also act as a security hedge.
Plant Description

Gymnosporia tenuispina is a multi-stemmed shrub that is a spectacular sight when the seedpods start to turn red. It is reminiscent of small paper bells. It stays on the plant for a long time. It is common on the hills around Pretoria.

Gymnosporia tenuispina is a lovely subject for even a small garden that can also act as a security hedge.

Afrikaanse Naam
Klapperbos
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Summer
Flower Colour
Red
Shape
Round
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
1.5m
Region
Gauteng, Mpumalanga
Habitat
Grassland, Rocky outcrops
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes

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