Cape chestnut

calodendrum capense

The Cape chestnut is an African tree which was first studied at The Cape in South Africa and cultivated widely for its prolific flower display. The tree obtained the common name of "Cape chestnut" because explorer William Burchell saw a resemblance to the horse chestnut in terms of flowers and fruit, though the two are not closely related.
Cape chestnut - Calodendrum capensis Introduced from South Africa to Australia and is used as an ornamental plant. Australia,Calodendrum capense,Cape chestnut,Eamw flora,Geotagged,Summer

Uses

Cape chestnut oil, obtained from the seeds, otherwise known as ''Yangu oil'', is a popular oil in African skin care. Its inherent ultraviolet protection, its high content of essential fatty acids and antioxidants and its mild odour destined it for natural cosmetics. The seeds are eaten by birds and monkeys.

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Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassEudicots
OrderSapindales
FamilyRutaceae
GenusCalodendrum
SpeciesC. capense
Photographed in
Australia