Anacardiaceae

Lannea schweinfurthii var. stuhlmannii

False Marula

Small/Medium Tree

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About

This small to medium-sized deciduous tree typically grows with a rounded, spreading crown, making it a distinctive feature in the landscape. It bears clusters of small, yellowish flowers followed by edible, yellowish-orange fruits that ripen towards the end of the dry season.

Where it works in Kilifi

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, this tree is excellent as a specimen plant, providing light shade with its attractive, rounded canopy. Its drought tolerance makes it suitable for low-maintenance areas, coastal restoration, or larger garden spaces where its growth habit can be appreciated.

Growing notes

Once established, it is very drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, making it ideal for the Kilifi climate. It exhibits a moderate growth rate and is generally hardy, adapting well to a range of coastal conditions with little pest or disease pressure.

Sources

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