Meliaceae

Trichilia emetica

Natal Mahogany · Mkungwina

Canopy/Emergment Tree

Common speciesNotes pending review

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About

This handsome evergreen tree boasts a dense, rounded crown of glossy dark green leaves, providing excellent shade. It is well-known for its distinctive capsules that split to reveal bright red-orange seeds, traditionally harvested for their oil.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for large gardens, parks, or roadside planting on the Kilifi coast, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. Its broad canopy makes it an exceptional specimen or shade tree, also valuable for native restoration projects.

Growing notes

This tree exhibits a moderate to fast growth rate and is remarkably drought-tolerant once established. Young plants benefit from regular watering, but mature specimens require minimal care.

Sources

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