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    BISCHOFIA
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    BISCHOFIA

    Genus of 2 species of mainly dioecious trees, B. javanica from tropical and subtropical Asia to the Pacific and B. polycarpa from China.

    B. polycarpa wood is used for furniture and as a structural timber. The fruit is distilled as a liquor and the seeds yield oil which is used for lubrication.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
    • Deciduous
    • Tree
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    Varieties
    BISCHOFIA polycarpa
    Very rare tree with attractive 3 pinnate leaves veined with purple. Reddish-brown peeling bark and pendulous racemes of reddish-brown flowers. Needs a sheltered spot
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £37.50

    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
    This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
    200g sachet
    £8.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug Pellets
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Wildflower Mini Meadow
    Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
    3m²
    £7.00
    10m²
    £15.50
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