Malvaceae
Adansonia digitata
Baobab · Mbuyu
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The iconic African baobab — extraordinarily long-lived, with a swollen trunk that stores water through the dry season. A keystone species supporting bats, bushbabies, and dozens of bird species.
Where it works in Kilifi
Open spaces with full sun and well-drained sandy soil. Excellent specimen tree for boundary plantings, large gardens, and farm centrepieces. Avoid waterlogged areas.
Growing notes
Drought-tolerant once established. Slow-growing in early years, then steady. Water young seedlings through their first two dry seasons; mature trees need no irrigation. Frost-free coastal climate suits it perfectly.
Sources
Drafted from: PROTA, Wikipedia. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.