Euphorbiaceae
Croton megalocarpoides
Large-fruited Croton
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This impressive tree boasts a dense, spreading crown and distinctive large, woody fruits. Its leaves often have a silvery underside, adding a subtle shimmer to the forest canopy.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal as a majestic specimen tree or for large-scale reforestation projects, providing substantial shade. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained loamy soils, requiring ample space for its mature spread.
Growing notes
A moderately fast-growing species, it establishes well and becomes drought-tolerant once mature. Requires regular watering in its initial years but demands minimal intervention thereafter, demonstrating good resilience in coastal conditions.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.