African Dog Rose
Xylotheca kraussiana Hochst.
Xylotheca kraussiana is a shrub or small multi-stemmed tree in the Achariaceae family, native to eastern Southern Africa. It is found in sandy soils of coastal bush and forest regions, particularly in the eastern Transvaal, coastal Natal, and Mozambique.
Description
Xylotheca kraussiana, also known as African Dog Rose, is a member of the Achariaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with multiple stems, commonly found in the sandveld. The species is widely distributed in the eastern parts of Southern Africa, including KwaZulu-Natal, Mozambique, and Swaziland. It thrives in sandy soils typical of coastal bush and forest habitats. First described in 1843 by Hochst, it is part of the Xylotheca genus and is recognized for its adaptation to specific ecological conditions in the region.
Other common names
African Dog Rose
Distribution
Global · KwaZulu-Natal · Mozambique · Northern Provinces · Swaziland
Synonyms
Xylotheca kotzeiXylotheca lasiopetalaOncoba kraussianaXylotheca kraussiana var. glabrifoliaAnnona kraussiana
