Schotia brachypetala – Parrot Tree or Hottentot Bean seeds x5

$3.50

Bird Attracting Evergreen Small Tree

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Parrot Tree or Hottentot Bean

Schotia brachypetala

This plant is not on the Australian Noxious Weed List

A native of South Africa, it prefers light to medium, well-drained soils in a protected sunny position. It is both drought and frost tender though I have seen growing on a hillside where the flat areas are receiving a minus 7 degrees C.

An evergreen tree growing to a height of 10 metres with a spread of 4 metres. The stem is erect with spreading branches, the leaves are complex with glossy green leaflets and the flowers are deep red, pea-shaped and occur in showy, terminal clusters.

This tree is very much sought after by parrots for the abundance of nectar produced by the flowers. So much so that the nectar ferments in the bird’s stomach causing them to become quite tipsy. During flowering, it is advisable to lock up the cat!

Offered as a packet of 5 seeds with grownotes.

All my seed is posted in bubble wrap protection.

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Terms & Conditions.

Ole Lantana Seeds will not be responsible whatsoever for actions taken by the customer after receipt of the goods, this includes germination results, crop performance or loss as these are beyond the control of Ole Lantana Seeds.

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NOTE: In order to protect our existing stock from outside contamination, we do not accept returns.

Item specifics

Plant Habit: Medium Tree Common Name: Drunk Parrot Tree or Hottentot Bean
Climate: Tropical, Sub-tropical, Temperate Season of Interest: Spring
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade Watering: Medium
Genus Schotia Type: Garden
Foliage: Evergreen Soil pH: Neutral
Species: brachypetala Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Plant Hardiness Zone (°C):
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