Afrocanthium gilfillanii (= Canthium gilfillanii) is a very hardy, evergreen, drought resistant tree with interesting, angular branching patterns and beautiful silver bark.
It has small greenish flowers from August to December. which attract insects. These are followed by black, sticky seeds that are also a favorite with birds.
This upright tree is ideal for smaller gardens. Plant in groves to get the full beauty of the bark and structure of this tree. It coppices freely and is an essential component of a bush clump.
Size 3 to 7m