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Dichrostachys cinerea
Also Known As
- Bell Mimosa
- Chinese Lantern Tree
- Kalahari Christmas Tree
- Sicklebush
Plant type
tree, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 20'
- W: 20'
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Dichrostachys cinerea plant details
Dichrostachys cinerea is a deciduous cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dichrostachys cinerea
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 20 FT wide, 20 FT tall
- Flowers: lavender and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: bonsai, container plant, spiky, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dichrostachys cinerea
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Good for bonsai; slow growing tree w/small leaflet pairs. Hardy to 20 °F.
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Dichrostachys cinerea
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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