Calophyllaceae

Calophyllum inophyllum

Alexandrian Laurel · Mtondoo

Small/Medium Tree

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About

This attractive evergreen boasts broad, glossy leaves and clusters of fragrant white flowers, which bloom periodically throughout the year. It produces distinctive spherical fruits, ripening from green to yellow or reddish, that are dispersed by water.

Where it works in Kilifi

Thriving in full sun and sandy, well-drained soils, this tree is ideal as a specimen plant, for providing generous shade, or for coastal windbreaks. Its tolerance to salt spray makes it a perfect choice for beachfront gardens and landscape restoration.

Growing notes

It exhibits a moderate growth rate and, once established, is remarkably drought-tolerant, requiring minimal supplemental water. This hardy species is well-suited to the warm, humid conditions of the Kenya Coast.

Sources

Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.