Ximeniaceae

Ximenia americana

Hog Plum · Mpunju

Shrub

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Size

Quantity

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About

This hardy shrub produces small, tart, plum-like yellow fruits, which are popular for fresh consumption or making juices and jams. Its dense foliage and somewhat thorny branches make it an interesting addition to a coastal garden.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for coastal gardens, this shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, tolerating sandy conditions. It can serve as an attractive specimen plant, a fruiting shrub, or a thorny, informal hedge.

Growing notes

Once established, the Hog Plum is very drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, making it low-maintenance. It is a slow to medium-grower and hardy in tropical coastal environments.

Sources

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