Description
Calpurnea aurea, (Fabaceae) Natal Laburnum (e), Natalse Geelkeur (a), UmKhiphampethu (z). Hardy, evergreen, fast growing, graceful shrub or small tree with bunches of pendulous, brilliant yellow, pea-like flowers in summer. The foliage is bright emerald green. Pruning back on the tips also helps to induce flowering and ensure a compact shape. This is an ideal tree for small gardens in sun or semi-shade. It starts flowering at a young age. Size up to 4m. S.A. No. 219. Sowing : soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Plant in spring. Locality : George. Harvest : June 2019
