Sideroxylon inerme
Scientific name
AResults have shown that seed sowing is the best method of propagation. Collect the fruits and remove the flesh before sowing the seeds. Sow seed in a sandy, loam soil mix in a seed tray. Keep the tray moist in a warm place that will enhance better germination. Seeds should take 4 to 6 weeks to germinate. Sow seed in summer.
These trees can be grown from cuttings but only semi-matured side shoots should be used. Cuttings however should be placed in a mist unit with bottom heating. Cuttings should root within 6 to 8 weeks and after rooting should be hardened off for two weeks. The cuttings should then be potted up in a well-drained soil mix.
| Seedbank | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arundel Seedbank | 36 |
| Total | 36 |
| Nursery | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Brooms at Basil Nursery | 10 |
| Gaenor's Nursery | 50 |
| James' Jungle | 10 |
| Julia's Nursery | 10 |
| Liam's Nursery | 10 |
| Roxanne's Bo-Kaap Nursery | 10 |
| Sheldon's Nursery | 10 |
| Stef's Green Point Nursery | 10 |
| Total | 120 |
This species was selected because it has various important characteristics.
It provides medicinal value
Good for coastal areas
Can be used as a hedge
It provides food for:
Honeybees/flies
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