Description
Cussonia spicata
Spiked Cabbage Tree
A fast growing evergreen tree native to South Africa. A small tree with deeply divided leaves that forms clusters on the ends of the numerous branches. The bark is grey and cork like, getting rougher with age. The leaves are a favourite food for Elephants. Greenish flowers are followed by purple black fruit.
Max Height 15m.
Prefers a sheltered site.
Full sun.
Tender.
Packet contains 5 seeds.