Bosvalsnetel
uthovothi, isithombothi
umthombothi
A briefly deciduous, scrambling shrub growing up to 5 m tall. The plant has a bushy habit, forming dense foliage in the understorey of forested areas.
Leaves are light green, turning vivid red in autumn.
Flowers are small and inconspicuous, typical of the Euphorbiaceae family.
It is valued for its ornamental foliage and ecological role in forest edges and woodland habitats.
Pollinators: Supports insect pollinators including bees and butterflies.
Provides shelter for small insects and birds.
Fruits and seeds are food sources for various small wildlife.
Flowers small and inconspicuous; pollinated mainly by small insects.
Fruits small capsules dispersed by animals.
Provides shelter and food for small insectivorous and frugivorous birds, especially ground-feeding birds.
Allow seed capsules to mature before collecting the seeds.
Sow fresh in well-drained soil.
Germination rates are typically moderate to good.
Softwood cuttings root well when left in water or a rooting medium such as vermiculite.
Rooting rates during colder periods can be increased with bottom heat.
Limited documented traditional uses.
No known toxicity.
