Sapindaceae

Majidea zanguebarica

Flame of the Forest · Mkongoo

Canopy/Emergment Tree

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About

This stunning tree is celebrated for its distinctive, bright red, woody seed pods that split open to reveal glossy black seeds, often resembling an eye. These colourful pods provide a spectacular and long-lasting display, remaining on the branches for several months.

Where it works in Kilifi

Thriving in full sun and well-drained coastal soils, it is an excellent choice for larger gardens and landscapes in Kilifi. Plant it as a magnificent specimen tree to showcase its unique pods or for providing significant shade.

Growing notes

It demonstrates a moderate to fast growth rate and, once established, is remarkably drought-tolerant, needing infrequent watering. This hardy and low-maintenance species flourishes with minimal care in its preferred warm coastal climate.

Sources

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