Apodytes Dimidiata 70lt
Common Name: White Pear Tree

Full Sun
Evergreen
Indigenous
Moderate Watering
Wind Tolerant

Apodytes dimidiata, commonly known as White Pear or White Milkwood, is a species of flowering tree that belongs to the Apodytes genus in the family Icacinaceae. It is native to various regions in southern Africa, including South Africa, Swaziland, and Mozambique.

Appearance
Apodytes dimidiata is a medium to large-sized tree that can grow up to about 15 meters in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are simple, opposite, and leathery in texture. The leaves have a distinctive midrib and are often asymmetrical at the base, giving rise to the species name “dimidiata,” which means “halved” or “asymmetric.”

Flowers
The tree produces small, fragrant flowers that are usually white or cream in colour. The flowers are arranged in clusters or panicles at the ends of branches. They are pollinated by various insects.

Fruit
The fruit of Apodytes dimidiata is a berry that turns from green to white when ripe. The berries are fleshy and contain one or a few seeds. They are known to be eaten by birds and other wildlife, which helps in seed dispersal.