Olea capensis subsp. macrocarpa
A medium to very large tree with leaves which are stiffly leathery. Leaf blade is flat, but the margins are wavy. The oblong fruit is large turning from green to red to dark blue – much sort after by birds. The timber has been largely used for railway sleepers.
SA Tree No. 618.2
Family Name:
OLEACEAE
Common Name:
Black ironwood
Plant Height:
10 m
Flower Colour:
White
Flowering Time:
November, December, January, February, March, April
Olea capensis subsp. macrocarpa
Family Name: OLEACEAECommon Name: Black ironwood
10 m November, December, January, February, March, April
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