Sapindaceae
Deinbollia oblongifolia
Dune Soap-berry
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Not currently in the nursery
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About
Deinbollia oblongifolia is a hardy, evergreen to semi-deciduous shrub or small tree, typically growing 1.5 to 5 metres tall, though it can reach up to 9 metres. It features large, compound leaves clustered at the ends of branches, with cream to white flowers in dense terminal inflorescences. The round, fleshy fruits are initially green and velvety, ripening to yellow, and are edible; the seeds can also be used as a soap substitute.
Growing notes
This species exhibits a slow growth habit and is drought-tolerant once established, requiring only moderate watering. It is generally hardy and heat tolerant, with young plants benefiting from pinching to encourage a bushier form.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: wikipedia.org, sanbi.org, westvilleconservancy.co.za, seedsandall.co.za, seedsandplants.co.za, alchetron.com. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.