Water
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Large-Fruited Bush Willow · Largefruit Bushwillow · Moduba-Tshipi
Large-Fruited Bushwillow (Combretum zeyheri) is a savanna tree with attractive creamy-yellow flowers and distinctive winged fruit. It's a hardy, fast-growing species.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires ample sunlight for best growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Sandy, Loamy, Clay
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers warm to hot climates; protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pruning can encourage bushier growth.
Minimal pruning is usually required once established, focusing on maintaining a desirable form.
Propagation is typically done from seeds, which may require scarification or stratification. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, but success rates can vary.
Patience is key for successful propagation.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants generally do not require frequent repotting and prefer to be slightly pot-bound.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot is only slightly larger.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Large-Fruited Bushwillow (Combretum zeyheri)
Where Large-Fruited Bushwillow (Combretum zeyheri) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Combretaceae |
| Genus | Combretum |
| Species | Combretum zeyheri |
Similar in genus Combretum
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