Bignoniaceae
Markhamia zanzibarica
Zanzibar Markhamia
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This small to medium-sized tree features attractive, dense, dark green foliage, providing a lush appearance year-round. It produces striking clusters of yellow-orange, trumpet-shaped flowers, often marked with reddish-brown streaks, followed by long, slender seed pods.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal as a specimen tree or for creating a dense screen in full sun to partial shade, it thrives in well-drained soils. Its compact size also makes it suitable for smaller gardens or restoration projects, offering good shade once established.
Growing notes
This tree establishes quickly, showing moderate to fast growth once planted. It is remarkably drought-tolerant once mature, requiring minimal watering in Kilifi's climate and is generally pest-resistant.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.