Kinderbessie, Bergnotsung, Klipnotsung
Medium evergreen tree with an open crown. Leaves simple, elliptic to lanceolate, glossy dark green. Flowers tubular, bright orange to red, appearing in summer and autumn. Fruits are fleshy berries. Highly valued as a nectar source for birds and gardeners for ornamental value.
Major nectar source for sunbirds and other nectarivorous birds; flowers attract bees and butterflies. Fruits eaten by birds. Supports insect diversity and provides shelter for small mammals and reptiles.
Bright tubular flowers rich in nectar; pollinated mainly by sunbirds. Fruits are fleshy berries, dispersed by birds.
Critical for nectarivorous birds such as Malachite Sunbird and other species; provides nesting and shelter.
Seeds collected from ripe berries; remove pulp before sowing. Germination slow but reliable.
Semi-hardwood cuttings root moderately well with mist.
Used medicinally for respiratory ailments and as a garden ornamental. No known livestock toxicity.
