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Bottle Tree / Madagascan Boab

MORINGA DROUHARDII

Common Names:

- Bottle Tree.

- Madagascan Boab. (known in Broome, W.A.)

 A deciduous tree native to Madagascar that grows 5 to 10 metres tall. It is fast growing, at a rate of 1 metre per year if the conditions are favourable. It is commonly seen in Broome where it is grown instead of the Kimberley Boab, which is very slow growing. It has the swollen trunk like a Kimberley Boab when mature.

Plants for sale are 2+ metres tall - $200.00 each.

*HAVE BEEN WELL ACCLIMATISED TO PERTH WEATHER*

 

LABORATORY

We have our own laboratory and do most of the seed germinating for the nursery. We do a small amount of contract work if you have a seed pod you want us to germinate.

 

OTHER SUPPLIES

 

• Potting Mix – The pine bark we sell is from Aus-Gro. It is available in 25l and 50l sizes. Coconut husks from Orchid Mate. Sphagnum moss 150g and 3Kg sizes. Cork for mounting plants.
• Pots and Trays – We carry Port Pots, pots and trays from Easy Orchids and pots from Premium Plastics.
• Fertilizer – We have slow release fertilizer available as 500g. Liquid fertilizer by Growth Technology.
• Stakes, Name Labels, Hangers and Pot Stands are also available.

 

We are happy to solve any of your orchid growing needs or problems. Please contact us.