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Podocarpus falcatus (Presently Afrocarpus falcatus)

Podocarpus falcatus (Presently Afrocarpus falcatus) / • A magnificent, medium to very large tree, with a tall, clean, cylindrical trunk of attractively flaking bark, and a slender or rounded, much branched crown of graceful and delicate leaves in a charming shade of green. often seen with lovely tufts of hanging lichens. Some of the largest specimens can be found in the Knysna forests and are believed to more than 600 years old – awe inspiring relics of the giants that once flourished. It is a protected tree in South Africa.

Mackaya bella (Forest Bell bush / Mackaya / River Bells)

Mackaya bella (Forest Bell bush / Mackaya / River Bells) / A delightful, upright and somewhat rounded shrub with slender branches and brilliantly lustrous, deep green and wavy, neat oval leaves. From spring to autumn, sprays of large yet dainty, white to pale lilac, two-lipped, bell-like flowers adorn the plant in profusion. The flowers are etched with fine, vein-like, pale violet lines. The Forest Bell-bush is famed for the striking, simplistic beauty of its flowers, and its ability to thrive in deeply shaded areas where other plants may fail.

Creatures & Critters

Creatures & Critters / Interesting animals and insects we encounter on the farm...

Loxostylis alata (Wild Pepper Tree / Tarwood / Tigerwood)

Loxostylis alata (Wild Pepper Tree / Tarwood / Tigerwood) / A superbly beautiful, hardy, single or multi-stemmed, much branched, small to medium sized tree with a dense, spreading crown of light to dark green, shining, decorative foliage. The tree is often seen with stunning, coral pink to yellow new leaves emerging from amongst the mass of glossy green foliage and is a truly spectacular sight in full bloom.
A watery, non-toxic latex is present is some parts of the tree, and the fruits contain a sticky, tar-like substance.

Croton sylvaticus (Forest Fever-berry / Forest Croton)

Croton sylvaticus (Forest Fever-berry / Forest Croton) / A most charming and versatile, small to medium sized tree, with a typically broad, tall, cylindrical bole and a densely leafy, somewhat rounded to elegantly dome-shaped crown of fresh green leaves. The bark is a beautiful, chromatic grey to greenish-brown, with shallow horizontal fissures, and emits an aromatic, pepper-like smell when handled. Long, pendulous stalks of bright orange fruits adorn the tree during summer and early winter, enticing a vast array of bird species.

Kigelia africana (Sausage Tree / Cucumber Tree)

Kigelia africana (Sausage Tree / Cucumber Tree) / The trunk is beautifully grooved and twisted on older trees, with a lovely, light pastel grey, flaky bark and a densely leafy, elegantly rounded crown of large, shining leaves. The trees tend to form a low spreading canopy, and become festooned with masses of very large, dark scarlet to maroon, tubular flowers that adorn the tree on long, stalks, and overflow with copious amounts of sweet nectar. The enormous, grey-green, cylindrical fruits that follow hang from the branches on sturdy strings,

Dombeya rotundifolia (Wild-pear Common Wild-pear or Dombeya)

Dombeya tiliacea (Forest Wild Pear / Forest Dombeya / Cape Wedding Bells / Heart-leaf Dombeya)

Dombeya tiliacea (Forest Wild Pear / Forest Dombeya / Cape Wedding Bells / Heart-leaf Dombeya) / • A multi-stemmed, dense, scrambling shrub or small tree, with a hardy nature, beautiful, dark-green, round to almost heart-shaped, thinly textured leaves and a stem of rough, fissured, dark-brown bark. In late summer, the tree produces clusters of elegant, pure-white, pink centred flowers that have a delicate, sweet scent, and are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and insect life. The tree is a truly magnificent sight to behold when it becomes wreathed in a cloud of pure-white.

Sclerocarya birrea (Marula / Cider Tree)

Sclerocarya birrea (Marula / Cider Tree) / Marula usually grows as a medium sized tree, with a relatively short, erect trunk, attractive silvery-grey, speckled bark and a dense or lightly curved crown of dense, bright foliage. Rich crops of delectable, juicy fruits are readily devoured by most animals and people, and it is one of our most cherished and commercially significant, multipurpose indigenous trees, its uses reputed to have known for more than 10 000 years. It is a protected species.

Clerodendrum glabrum (presently Rotheca glabrum) - Tinderwood / White Cat’s Whiskers

Clerodendrum glabrum (presently Rotheca glabrum) - Tinderwood / White Cat’s Whiskers / A neat, large shrub or small to medium, decorative tree with a curved or rounded crown of dark, lustrous green, sleek foliage, and attractively drooping branches. Wonderfully versatile and hardy, it has high potential as a garden ornamental, especially in tricky coastal gardens. The tree produces masses of dainty and elegant flowerheads that last for many months, and are a magnet for butterflies.

Pittosporum viridiflorum (Cheesewood / Cape Pittosporum / White Cape Beech)

Pittosporum viridiflorum (Cheesewood / Cape Pittosporum / White Cape Beech) / The name stems from the Greek word pitta, which means resin, and spora, a seed, and is believed to refer to the fact that the seeds are often covered with a resinous layer. A most worthwhile garden tree - hardy, not messy, with a beautiful form, striking, colourful seeds, glossy foliage and fragrant flowers. Low maintenance, with non-invasive root system and a lovely rounded crown that provides deep shade. Protected in SA, and crowned tree of the year in 2002

Olea africana (African Olive / Wild Olive / Indian Olive)

Olea africana (African Olive / Wild Olive / Indian Olive) / One of the world’s oldest cultivated plants, Olea africana is classed as a subspecies of the commercial olive, Olea Europea. It is a protected species in three provinces; Northern Cape, Free state and North West. With glossy, silver to almost golden foliage and splendid, eye-catching, dark-purple fruit, and bunches of pure white, dainty flowers, it will add life and beauty to any indigenous garden. Very versatile and adaptable. A neat, decorative, hardy tree and an asset in any wildlife garden.

Mimusops caffra (Coastal Red Milkwood / Red Milkwood)

Mimusops caffra (Coastal Red Milkwood / Red Milkwood) / Usually a small to medium sized tree or large shrub, with a short, twisted trunk, low-spreading branches, a rounded or dome shaped crown and dense, dark greyish-green foliage. The radiantly coloured, decorative fruits are relished by birds. They are also known as “walking trees” - due to the fact that in their natural habitat (sandy soils) they are often blown over by the strong sea winds, and displaced branches touching the ground tend to take root.

Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia / White Olive / Halleria / Wild Fuchsia)

Halleria lucida (Tree Fuchsia / White Olive / Halleria / Wild Fuchsia) / One of our most splendid indigenous ornamental trees, Halleria lucida often grows as a small to medium sized, willowy tree or large shrub, with a fairly rounded, elegantly spreading crown, drooping, sprawling branches and striking, vividly coloured flowers that cover the entire tree. The picturesque berries are borne en masse on the old wood, and the tree is highly attractive, both in flower and fruit, especially to birds.

Gardenia thunbergia (White Gardenia / Wild Gardenia / Forest Gardenia )

Gardenia thunbergia (White Gardenia / Wild Gardenia / Forest Gardenia ) / One of the most widely cultivated of the Gardenia’s, this species normally grows as a small, stout tree or large shrub, with a typically spreading, multi-branched, robust shape and angular crown. Renowned for its exceptionally handsome, fragrant flowers and decorative fruits.

Euclea natalensis (Natal Guarri / Large-leaved Guarri / Hairy Guarri / Natal Ebony)

Euclea natalensis (Natal Guarri / Large-leaved Guarri / Hairy Guarri / Natal Ebony) / A resilient, attractive tree, with a very variable appearance, depending on its environment. Ranging from a shrub or small tree to tall and straight, with dark, lustrous, fairly spreading crown. It is immensely adaptable and highly valued amongst indigenous people for its multitude of medicinal benefits. Part of the Ebony family.

Erythrina lysistemon (Common Coral tree / Sacred Coral tree / Lucky-bean tree / Coast Coral tree)

Erythrina lysistemon (Common Coral tree / Sacred Coral tree / Lucky-bean tree / Coast Coral tree) / A quintessential garden tree, wonderfully ornamental, with distinctive, showy, brilliantly red to deep scarlet flowers and thick, thorny branches. Since early times the trees have been loved for their ethereal beauty, especially in winter, when the prominent flowers form a striking contrast to the pale, bare limbs, and their ease of cultivation. The coral tree genus has somewhat 120 species, distributed worldwide. In SA, about 6 have been known to reach tree size.

Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple / Kai Apple / Dingaan’s Apricot / Wild Apricot / Kau Apple)

Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple / Kai Apple / Dingaan’s Apricot / Wild Apricot / Kau Apple) / A delightful, much branched small tree or large shrub, with dark, lustrous foliage, prolific, nectar-laden flowers and a lovely, colourful fruiting display. This strikingly handsome, shrubby tree is armed with ferocious spines and a hardy, robust nature.

Dais cotinifolia (Pom-Pom tree / Pincushion tree / African button flower)

Dais cotinifolia (Pom-Pom tree / Pincushion tree / African button flower) / One of most prolific flowering trees, with the entire tree being transformed into a giant pink candy-floss during spring. Normally growing as a neat, slender, medium to small sized tree, with decorative, almost luminous, blueish-green leaves, a lovely, leafy, rounded crown and a willowy, upright form, often multi-stemmed. Hardy and wonderfully ornamental, it has been cultivated in Europe since the early 1700’s. The name Dias means “torch” in Greek, and refers to the shape of the flowers.

Cussonia spicata (Common Cabbage tree / Lowveld Cabbage tree / Spiked Cabbage tree)

Cussonia spicata (Common Cabbage tree / Lowveld Cabbage tree / Spiked Cabbage tree) / A small to medium growing tree, either single-stemmed or with numerous branches, spreading 1-2 m from the ground. The trunk is thickset, sturdy and up to 500mm in diameter, while the crown itself is much-branched, spreading, and characteristically dome-shaped, especially on older trees. Very decorative, and popular as an ornamental tree. The name “Kiepersol” is allegedly derived from the Portuguese word for a parasol.

Chionanthus peglerae (Giant Pock Ironwood / Bastard Black Ironwood / White Pock Ironwood)

Chionanthus peglerae (Giant Pock Ironwood / Bastard Black Ironwood / White Pock Ironwood) / A relatively rare species in the wild, very variable with regards to size, with a neatly rounded, somewhat spreading canopy of deep green leaves and a tall, smooth trunk. New leaves are beautiful, with hues of deep red, yellow and orange, and this tree is a wonderful, decorative addition to any garden. The name stems from the tiny hollows, or pock marks, that are found in the axils of leaves. These are structural attributes, and house what is believed to be symbiotic microbes.

Chionanthus foveolatus (Pock Ironwood / Bastard Ironwood

Chionanthus foveolatus (Pock Ironwood / Bastard Ironwood / A very hardy and attractive member of the Olive family, bearing similar, fleshy, purplish-black fruit. Extremely variable with regards to size and appearance, depending on habitat. A graceful tree, with a tall, slender, silvery-grey trunk and multi-branched crown.

Calodendrum capense ( Cape Chestnut / Wild Chestnut / Forest Cape Chestnut)

Calodendrum capense ( Cape Chestnut / Wild Chestnut / Forest Cape Chestnut) / One of the most handsome and prolifically flowering of all our indigenous trees. It usually grows as a medium to tall tree, with a dense, arched to dome shaped crown of dark green leaves and smooth, pastel coloured bark, often covered with lichen in older specimens, giving the trunk an exquisite marbled appearance. The tree is attractive throughout the year, but is especially spectacular when in full bloom, as the entire tree gets covered with clusters of large and striking flowers.

Buddleja saligna ( False Olive / Bastard Olive / Olive buddleja / Olive sagewood / Butterfly Bush)

Buddleja saligna ( False Olive / Bastard Olive / Olive buddleja / Olive sagewood / Butterfly Bush) / B.saligna generally grows a sprawling shrub or small tree, with attractively woven bark, a multi-branched, weeping crown of glossy,
silvery leaves and masses of decorative, heavily scented, creamy flowers. The trees are remarkably hardy, and make excellent garden and ornamental plants

Rotheca myricoides (previously Clerodendrum) - Blue-flowered Tinderwood / Blue Cats Whiskers

Rotheca myricoides (previously Clerodendrum) - Blue-flowered Tinderwood / Blue Cats Whiskers / Cultivated for over a hundred years, this hardy, woody and scrambling shrub or small tree makes a wonderful flowering pot plant - with dense, glossy, egg-shaped foliage and dainty, two-tone, blue to purple, butterfly-like flowers, each with an elegantly protruding stamen. Presently cultivated worldwide, they are native to Uganda, tropical Africa.

Sideroxylon inerme (White Milkwood / Sea Oak / Coastal White Milkwood)

Sideroxylon inerme (White Milkwood / Sea Oak / Coastal White Milkwood) / Sideroxylon inerme, the only one of its species in SA, has a variable growth form, ranging from a tall, gracefully spreading tree, to a petite, densely leafy shrub. It has lustrous, dark foliage, attractive, edible fruits and an elegantly flanged, sturdy trunk covered with rippled, corky bark. A non-toxic, milky latex is present in the leaves, twigs and fruit. The trees are amazingly long-lived, and 3 longstanding specimens have been declared as National Monuments. It is a protected tree in SA.

Xylotheca kraussiana (African Dog-rose / Afrikaanse Hondsroos)

Xylotheca kraussiana (African Dog-rose / Afrikaanse Hondsroos) / A most handsome and rewarding, multi-stemmed shrub or small tree, with whitish bark and a sparse crown of lustrous green foliage. In spite of its rather shapeless growth form, it is a most worthwhile and attractive garden subject, especially during the fruiting and flowering months, when the entire tree lights up with masses of perfumed, ivory, rose-like flowers, followed by bright yellow woody fruits that split into a pretty and unusual star-shape.

Kiggelaria africana (Wild Peach / Porkwood)

Kiggelaria africana (Wild Peach / Porkwood) / Currently the only accepted species in its genus, this tree can be very variable in size; from a short, shrubby tree in dry parts of the country, to a tall, elegant tree in high rainfall areas. It is arguably one of our most underrated native trees, worth growing for its luxurious, grey-green foliage, decorative fruits and hardy nature. Well-shaped and robust, with beautiful, smooth, silvery-grey bark and dainty, creamy bell-shaped flowers.

Podocarpus latifolius (Real Yellowwood / Broad-leaved Yellowwood / East African Yellowwood)

Podocarpus latifolius (Real Yellowwood / Broad-leaved Yellowwood / East African Yellowwood) / Yellowwoods are deeply entrenched in the legacy of our country. Not only did they play a large part in the history of the early pioneers, (many of the beautiful floorboards in the early Cape Dutch homes are made from their wood), they are also our largest indigenous trees. They are conifers, yet bear little to no likeness to their Pine kin. P. latifolius grows as a medium to tall tree, capped with a conical, often pyramid shaped crown that is often small in proportion to its giant form.

Heteropyxis natalensis (Lavender Tree)

Heteropyxis natalensis (Lavender Tree) / A shrub or small tree, with a slender, upright form, multi-stemmed, rounded crown, and drooping foliage. A visual marvel, with glossy leaves, whitish stem often mottled in orange patches, and lovely, golden-yellow and rich red autumn colours, which often remain on the tree throughout winter. The leaves are strongly aromatic, evocative of lavender, hence the common name.

Celtis africana (White Stinkwood / Camdeboo Stinkwood)

Celtis africana (White Stinkwood / Camdeboo Stinkwood) / One of our most popular and rewarding indigenous trees, and a protected species. The name refers to the unpleasant odour released from the freshly cut wood and pale bark. They grow to be magnificent trees, with a fine form that provides lovely, deep shade. A wonderfully picturesque trees, with pale, matt-grey bark and perfectly shaped, almost flawless, fresh bright=-green leaves that contrast beautifully with the pastel-hued main stem.

Englerophytum natalense (Silver-leaved Milkplum / Natal Milkplum / Forest stem-fruit )

Englerophytum natalense (Silver-leaved Milkplum / Natal Milkplum / Forest stem-fruit ) / The trees usually grow as large shrubs or small to medium trees, with decorative, pearly, shimmering silver-green foliage and attractive, bright red to dark purple fruits. The trunk may occasionally be attractively furrowed, and the trees tend to grow in a spreading, rather lateral manner. Nearly all parts of the trees contain a milky, non-toxic latex and they are valued as a food source.

Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder / Forest Nuxia / Wild Elder)

Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder / Forest Nuxia / Wild Elder) / A delightful, visually appealing and graceful tree, especially when in flower. With a lovely, clearly rounded, densely leafy crown, prolific flowering display and attractive, often patchy bark, it makes a stunning focal point in any garden, big or small. The name floribunda means “many flowered”, and these large, prolific flowerheads are a distinguishing feature from other species of Nuxia, which comprises of about 20 species, 5 of which occur in SA.

Brachylaena discolor (Coast Silver Oak / Wild Silver Oak / Forest Silver Oak)

Brachylaena discolor (Coast Silver Oak / Wild Silver Oak / Forest Silver Oak) / A strikingly attractive and wonderfully hardy tree, with an uncommon silvery-blue appearance that contrasts beautifully with surrounding, darker green foliage. When in full flower, the prolific white blooms cover the entire tree and give the appearance of the tree being covered in snow. The tree will often retain its Luxurious and dense foliage all year round, A can often be seen growing in a low branching and densely spreading, shrub-like manner. They play a vital part in dune rehabilitation.

Apodytes dimidiata (White Pear / Bird’s Eye tree / Large White pear)

Apodytes dimidiata (White Pear / Bird’s Eye tree / Large White pear) / One of the most elegant and appealing of our indigenous trees, with masses of snow-white, dainty, aromatic flowers and bright, delightfully colourful berries that add life and beauty to its surroundings. Older trees have a magnificent appearance, as their pale bark is often covered in multi-coloured blotches of different lichens, contrasting superbly with the dark, glossy and luxuriant foliage. The tree usually grows in a shrub-like manner, with a short, stout trunk and a dense, rounded crown.

Antidesma venosum (Tasselberry / African Tasselberry)

Antidesma venosum (Tasselberry / African Tasselberry) / A strikingly attractive, versatile shrub or small tree, frequently seen growing in a spreading, low-branching habit, with arching, somewhat drooping branches and a compact, rounded crown. Extremely decorative when in fruit and flower, with lustrously coloured, abundant, berry-like fruits, dainty flowering spikes and dark, glossy, heavily veined leaves, hence the name venosum (prominent veins). An indispensable tree for the wildlife garden. Antidesma has about 100 species, 4 in Africa.

Albizia adianthifolia (Flat-crown / Flat-crown Albizia / African Flat-crown / Rough bark Flat crown)

Albizia adianthifolia (Flat-crown / Flat-crown Albizia / African Flat-crown / Rough bark Flat crown) / An iconic African tree, magnificent, large, with a flattened, visibly spreading crown, attractive bark and dainty, “powder-puff”-like, snowy flowers. The name adiantifolia refers to the resemblance its leaves have to that of the Maiden-hair Fern. It is the provincial tree of the Natal province.

Acacia Xanthophloea (presently Vachellia Xanthophloea) - Fever tree

Acacia Xanthophloea (presently Vachellia Xanthophloea) - Fever tree / The name ‘xanthophloea’ means “yellow bark” and refers to the characteristic yellow-green bark of the tree. Early travellers believed that the tree was the cause of Malaria, hence the name “Fever tree”. Of course, this was untrue, but because the tree often grows in low-lying, marshy areas or near water, which is the ideal breeding ground for the fever-carrying mosquitos, the belief persisted. The enigmatic tree is well-shaped, usually with ascending branches.

Milletia grandis (Umzimbeet)

Milletia grandis (Umzimbeet) / A strikingly handsome tree, with a somewhat flattened crown of lovely, glossy leaves, impressive, large spikes of deep-purple flowers and golden-brown seed pods. The tree makes for a fine sight throughout the year, and is an ideal candidate for beautifying gardens and parks.

Rauvolfia caffra (Quinine tree / Kina tree)

Rauvolfia caffra (Quinine tree / Kina tree) / A medium to very tall, elegant tree, with brilliantly coloured, decorative foliage, a bare, clean stem of soft and corky, pastel coloured bark, a spreading, rather upright, fairly rounded crown and delicate white flowers. A brilliant garden subject, nearly always associated with the presence of water in the wild.

Acacia karroo (presently known as Vachellia karroo) Sweet thorn / Cape / Karoo Mimosa

Acacia karroo (presently known as Vachellia karroo) Sweet thorn / Cape / Karoo Mimosa / A truly exceptional tree, with a plethora of benefits for the gardener and the environment. It has a tall, upright trunk, sometimes branching low down to create a multi-stemmed appearance with attractively peeling bark, and a dense, somewhat rounded crown that provides lovely dappled shade. The tree will often flower prolifically up to 4 times per year, depending on the rains, and the cheerful, bright yellow puffball blooms light up the entire tree, bringing life and beauty to its surroundings.

Acacia sieberiana var. woodii (presently Vachellia sieberiana) Paperbark thorn / Acacia

Acacia sieberiana var. woodii (presently Vachellia sieberiana) Paperbark thorn / Acacia / Formerly known as Acacia siebierana var. woodii, the name has been changed to credit the original collector, George Vachell, a chaplain to the East India Trading Company, who collected and took specimens to China (1789-1839). With its classically flattened, magnificently spreading crown, deep green, feathery foliage and corky bark, it is a tree perfectly reminiscent of the African landscape.

Schotia brachypetala (Weeping Boer-bean / Weeping Schotia / Tree Fuchsia / African Walnut)

Schotia brachypetala (Weeping Boer-bean / Weeping Schotia / Tree Fuchsia / African Walnut) / The Schotia genus is relatively small, and is mostly confined to the well-wooded eastern and southern parts of the republic. Normally a medium to large, craggy and thickset tree, exceptionally ornamental, with a fairly widespread, densely branched, curved crown, magnificent flowers and strikingly beautiful spring colours. The new leaves are tinted with various shades of copper, yellow, orange and red, and turn first a pale then brilliant, rich green as they mature.

Seeds, Pods and Fruits

Seeds, Pods and Fruits

The Beauty in the Details

The Beauty in the Details

Indigenous Delights

Indigenous Delights

Happy Petals / A collection of beautiful indigenous flowers.

Fascinating Fungi

Fascinating Fungi

Shrubs, Bulbs & Groundcovers

Shrubs, Bulbs & Groundcovers

Aloes and Succulents

Aloes and Succulents

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