Red syringa - Burkea africana (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Red syringa

Also known as: Wild syringa

Leaves are bipinnately compound, silvery pubescent or glabrescent. Flowers are creamy white, fragrant and in pendulous racemes of up to 30 cm in length.

Scientific classification

Species

Red syringa (Burkea africana)

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

8 m

Plant Height

30 cm

Flower Size

Cream

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Red syringa

Distribution of Red syringa

Distribution Map

Red syringa is inherently found in the savannas and woodlands of Central, East, West, and Southern Africa. Its presence is prominently marked across the central belt of the African continent, stretching to parts of the southern region. Notably, red syringa has not been recorded as widely introduced outside its native range in the botanical records.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Savannah

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Red syringa

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Red syringa is a drought-tolerant plant from arid regions, thriving in minimal moisture. Preferring dry environments and full sun, it requires watering only once every 2-3 weeks. This species is ideal for xeric landscapes due to its resilience and need for optimal soil drainage.

Fertilize: For optimal growth, red syringa requires high-nitrogen fertilizers, applied biannually with a slow-release formula during peak seasons. Avoid over-fertilization and adjust feeding for maturity. Always water thoroughly post-application to enhance nutrient uptake and prevent root burn, ensuring improved health and resilience.

Pruning: Red syringa thrives with early spring pruning to remove dead or crossing branches, enhancing air circulation and sunlight. This practice promotes healthier blooms, controls size, reduces pests, and retains aesthetic shape. Use protective gloves due to possible sap irritation.

Propagation: Red syringa prefers well-drained soil and full sunlight. Propagation is best done by sowing fresh seeds, possibly after hot water pre-treatment to boost germination. Use sterile, sandy soil, maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging, and transplant seedlings carefully to minimize shock.

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