Black Ironwood (Olea Capensis) is a perennial tree in the Oleaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Olea capensis, known as black ironwood, is a tree or shrub native to sub-Saharan Africa, valued for its extremely hard timber and edible fruit.
Black Ironwood
Olea Capensis
Olea capensis, known as black ironwood, is a tree or shrub native to sub-Saharan Africa, valued for its extremely hard timber and edible fruit.
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