Schotia — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Schotia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Schotia afra
Schotia afra
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant mainly of dry areas in the subtropics of southern Africa. Succeeds in full sun or in light shade. Young plants develop fairly quickly if planted in a rich, well-drained soil.
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Schotia brachypetala
Schotia brachypetala
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
A plant of drier areas in the tropics and subtropics. It is somewhat tolerant of frost, young plants require protection, but a well-established older tree in a protected spot, should be able to withstand a minimum of down to around -5°c. Prefers a position in full sun.
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Schotia capitata
Schotia capitata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Although many species within the family Fabaceae have a symbiotic relationship with soil bacteria, this species is said to be devoid of such a relationship and therefore does not fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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Schotia latifolia
Schotia latifolia
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Although many species within the family Fabaceae have a symbiotic relationship with soil bacteria, this species is said to be devoid of such a relationship and therefore does not fix atmospheric nitrogen.
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