Lamiaceae

Vitex zanzibarensis

Zanzibar Vitex · Mfulu

Small/Medium Tree

IUCN: VulnerableRare speciesNotes pending review

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About

This small to medium-sized tree features attractive palmate leaves and produces charming blue-purple flowers in spikes. It is distinguished by its preference for coastal habitats, often found contributing to the biodiversity of East African coastal forests.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for coastal gardens in Kilifi, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, sandy soils. It serves well as a specimen tree, providing light shade, or for use in restoration plantings due to its native coastal origins.

Growing notes

With a moderate to fast growth rate, it is relatively low-maintenance once established, requiring minimal watering. This hardy species is well-suited to the tropical coastal climate, showing good drought tolerance.

Sources

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