Keurbos (Virgilia Oroboides) is a perennial tree in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Virgilia oroboides is a small, hardy, evergreen tree native to Southern Africa, known for its attractive mauve to pink pea-shaped flowers and smooth silver-grey bark on young trees.

Keurbos

Keurbos

Virgilia Oroboides

Virgilia oroboides is a small, hardy, evergreen tree native to Southern Africa, known for its attractive mauve to pink pea-shaped flowers and smooth silver-grey bark on young trees.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, nitrogen fixer, erosion control, windbreak

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Keurbos

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Virgilia