Boraginaceae
Cordia subcordata
Beach Cordia
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This beautiful coastal tree is celebrated for its striking bright orange, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom almost year-round. It also produces attractive, durable timber prized for its distinctive grain and colour, historically used for carvings and canoes.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal as a vibrant specimen tree or for coastal restoration projects, this species thrives in full sun and well-drained sandy soils typical of the Kilifi coast. Its moderate size makes it suitable for providing light shade in larger gardens, though ensure adequate space for its spreading canopy.
Growing notes
It establishes moderately quickly and is remarkably drought-tolerant once mature, requiring minimal watering. Generally hardy and low-maintenance, it benefits from occasional pruning to maintain a desirable shape and promote denser flowering.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.