African red alder

The African red alder, scientifically known as Cunonia capensis, is a shrub or small tree native to southern Africa. It belongs to the Cunoniaceae family, which primarily consists of shrubs and trees found in tropical regions of the Southern Hemisphere. This tree is characterized by its bark, which yields tannin, and clusters of small white flowers. The African red alder is cultivated as an ornamental plant. While the term "red alder" can also refer to the genus Alnus, which is part of the birch family and found in the Northern Hemisphere, the African red alder is distinct due to its origin and classification.123