Metteniusaceae
Apodytes dimidiata
White Pear · Mwarika
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Not currently in the nursery
We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.
About
This elegant evergreen tree boasts glossy dark green leaves and a dense, rounded crown, making it an attractive ornamental. It produces clusters of small, fragrant white flowers followed by distinctive kidney-shaped red fruits that mature to black, attracting birds.
Where it works in Kilifi
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this adaptable tree suits a range of well-drained soils typical of the Kilifi coast. It serves wonderfully as a specimen tree for its elegant form, a shade tree, or in mixed plantings, requiring moderate spacing.
Growing notes
It exhibits a moderate to fast growth rate and, once established, is remarkably drought-tolerant, requiring minimal supplementary water. This hardy species is generally low-maintenance, thriving with little intervention.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.