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Combretum erythrophyllum
River Bush Willow
Combretum · Combretaceae
River Bush Willow (Combretum erythrophyllum) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 15 m high and 12 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its recorded local performance is unknown. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Combretum
Family
Combretaceae
Common name
River Bush Willow
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Combretum erythrophyllum belongs to the Combretum genus within the Combretaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
15 m H × 12 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Combretum erythrophyllum verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · (c) Mahomed Desai, some rights reserved (CC BY)