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Tecoma capensis
Cape honeysuckle is a fast growing, scrambling shrub which may grow up to 2-3m high and spread more than 2.5m. Tecomaria capensis is an evergreen plant in warm climate areas but loses its leaves in colder areas. Flowering time for this shrub is very erratic and often it flowers all year round. Flowers vary from red, deep orange, yellow to salmon. Flowers are tubular and bird pollinated, attracting nectar-feeding birds, especially sunbirds.
The powdered bark of this attractive garden plant is used as a traditional medicine to relieve pain and sleeplessness.
Spotted on Jan 26, 2013
Submitted on Jan 28, 2013
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